Master of Social Work - Qualifying

The Master of Social Work provides graduates with an internationally recognised qualification in social work and is accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers.During the course students will develop knowledge and expertise in:casework and case management practiceassessment and interventionpolitical economy and policy makingethical and legal contexts of practicetheoretical and practice framework that incorporate child wellbeing and mental health contextsHighlightsDevelop expertise in casework, assessment and intervention, practice frameworks, policy, and ethical and legal contexts of practice.Graduate eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.Complete 1000 hours of field placements while being supervised by a professional social worker to gain experience and valuable networks.Careers and outcomesThis course is designed for graduates from other disciplines seeking a qualification in social work. It is not suitable for qualified social workers seeking additional postgraduate study.This innovative course is designed to deliver graduates who can work in a variety of government, non-government, and not-for-profit sectors, either in direct support or outreach services, community development or policy and social advocacy positions.Professional recognitionGraduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

You must have a completed recognised bachelor degree with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4 (on QUT's 7 point scale) that includes the equivalent of at least one year of full-time studies in social sciences, for example:studies in societyhuman developmenteducationhuman serviceslawmedia and communicationpsychologysociologyurban and regional planning