Program Overview
The Counselling Social Work at University of New South Wales is a Master programme in Social Sciences over 48 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 Counselling 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: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Canberra, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Counselling 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
- SOCF5101 Relational Contexts (12 UOC)
- SOCF5102 Selected Practice Frameworks (12 UOC)
- SOCF5103 Research Issues in Couns SW (6 UOC)
- SOCF5104 Counselling Practice A (6 UOC)
- SOCF5105 Counselling Practice B (6 UOC)
- SOCF5106 Selected Practice Topics (6 UOC)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A UNSW Bachelor of Social Work (Hons) degree or equivalent qualification, and
- Two years of specialised practice experience, and
- Must be eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), meeting professional association requirements including professional development and supervision
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About University of New South Wales
University of New South Wales
Sydney, Australia
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 48 months