Program Overview
The Social Work at University of South Australia is a Master 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 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 22,400 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
- Location: Adelaide, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Work programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Effective Human Service Delivery
- Contemporary Practice Theories for Social Work
- Social Work Practice Skills
- Human Rights Based Practice and Community Development
- Applied Practice Conference
- Social Work in the Australian Context
- Social Work Practicum 1
- Innovation and Research
- Innovative Social Work Practice with Children and Families
- Mental Health and Social Work Practice
- Social Work Elective
- Leadership in Social Work
- Social Work Practicum 2
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A completed Bachelor degree or postgraduate qualification in a related discipline (including, but not limited to, social science, psychology, politics, sociology, philosophy, international studies, law, human services, nursing, education) at a recognised higher education institution or equivalent.
Applicants who have completed the Bachelor of Social Science (Human Services) [MBSS] degree or equivalent are eligible to enter the program with 0.5 EFTSL advanced standing and complete the program in 1.5 years of full time study or part time equivalent.
English language entry requirements
- In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 22,400 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 22,400 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Australia 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 South Australia
University of South Australia
Adelaide, Australia
The University of South Australia (UniSA) was a public research university based in Adelaide, South Australia. Established in 1991, it was the successor of the former South Australian Institute of...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months