Program Overview
The Social Work (Qualifying) at University of the Sunshine Coast is a MSW programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Social Work (Qualifying) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 188 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; AUD 188 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Brisbane, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Work (Qualifying) programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Engaging Effectively with Aboriginal People
- Advanced Social Research
- Critical Social Theory: Power, Critique and Praxis
- Engaging effectively with culturally diverse people
- Master of Social Work Field Education 1
- Master of Social Work Field Education 2
- Collective Critical Practice: Developmental Approaches
- Ethical Social Work Practice in Complex Contexts
- Advocacy and Leadership in Social Policy Contexts
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants must hold a relevant 3-year Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) that includes the equivalent of at least one year of full-time studies in social sciences (studies of the individual and society). This is the minimum entry requirement as set out by the ASWEAS guidelines (2012).
- If an applicant\'s prior degree has not specifically addressed social work, sociology and psychology, they may be required to undertake additional foundational study as determined by the Faculty of Arts, Business and Law\xc2\xa0(usually the Program Coordinator of Master of Social Work (Qualifying))
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 188 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; AUD 188 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 188 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; AUD 188 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the Sunshine Coast directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of the Sunshine Coast
University of the Sunshine Coast
Sippy Downs, Australia
University of the Sunshine Coast is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-10-17
- Start Date 2018-02-26
- Language English
- Duration 24 months