Master of Social Work (Research)

This course requires you to complete a research program in social work, to attend research seminars and submit a thesis on an approved subject. Areas of study include: social work practice, social policy, intellectual disability, ageing, child and family welfare, health, and mental health.Mastery of theoretical knowledge and ability to reflect critically on theory and its application, Ability to analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and apply to established theories from different bodies of knowledge or practice, Ability to generate and assess complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level, Ability to design, use and evaluate research and research methodsThis degree will prepare you for a professional career in industry or academic research, higher education, and can also serve as a pathway into a PhD.

PrerequisitesIn order to apply for Master's by research candidature, you will normally require either:a) the satisfactory completion of an Australian Bachelor's degree with an honours year with at least an H2A result in the relevant discipline; ORb) qualification of La Trobe University or a recognised tertiary institution which is deemed by the Board of Graduate Research to be equivalent to the qualification specified in (a) above; ORc) a Bachelor's degree without strengthened by additional qualifications or the demonstrated possession of research skills or publications of an especially meritorious nature, approved by the Board of Graduate Research as an acceptable basis for admission to candidature. Some additional preliminary studies may need to be undertaken.