Program Overview
The Social Work (Professional Qualifying) at Charles Sturt University 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 (Professional 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
- Location: Bathurst, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Work (Professional 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
- Social Work and Human Rights
- Social Work Theory and Practice 1- Foundations of Practice (8 points)
- Social Work Theory and Practice 2 - Micro Practice(8 points)
- Social Work Theory and Practice 3 - Mezzo Level (8 points)
- Social Work Theory and Practice 4 - Macro Practice and Professional Identity (8 points)
- Social Work Professional Field Education 1 (16 points )
- Social Work Professional Field Education 2 (16 points)
- Social Work Fields of Practice 1
- Social Work Fields of Practice 2-Mandated Practice
- Law for the Human Services
- Social Work and Social Policy Practice
- Ethics and Social Work Practice
- Social Work Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Students with a completed undergraduate degree will be eligible to apply for the Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying).
- Applicants without any social science background will have to complete specified foundation subjects in psychology, sociology, politics/policy and research methods. This may be done as part of the Graduate Certificate in Human Services.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2024-02-18
About Charles Sturt University
Charles Sturt University
Wagga Wagga, Australia
Charles Sturt University is an Australian multi-campus public university located in New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory and Victoria. Established in 1989, it was named in honour of...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2024-02-18
- Start Date 2018-03-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months