Program Overview
The Social Work at Griffith 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 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 7
- Tuition: AUD 26,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Brisbane, 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
- Foundations of Social Work Practice (offered at Gold Coast\nonly)
- Social Work Field Placement
- Social Work Theory for Practice
- Interdisciplinary Professional Ethics (only offered via\noff-campus study)
- Ethics and Professional Practice
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- To be eligible for admission to the\xc2\xa0Master of Social Work, a student must hold a relevant three-year degree in a related field (other than social work) which includes at least one year of full-time studies in social sciences (studies of the individual and society) or equivalent.
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to these programs are described\xc2\xa0below.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 26,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 26,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Griffith University 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 Griffith University
Griffith University
Brisbane, Australia
Griffith University is a public research university in South East Queensland on the east coast of Australia. The university was founded in 1971, but was not officially opened until 1975. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-01-18
- Start Date 2018-02-27
- Language English
- Duration 24 months