Master of Social Work (Research)

Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia

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24 monthsProgram duration

39,200 AUDTuition Fee/year

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Social WorkMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Social Work

Degree

MSW

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

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.
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 – Masters Degree by Research.
This 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.

Program overview

Main Subject

Social Work

Degree

MSW

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

IELTS

6.5+

PTE Academic

58+

TOEFL

79+

Cambridge CAE Advanced

176+

In 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; OR b) 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; OR c) 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.

Program Duration

2 Years

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Jan

Starting Month(s)

Feb

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Master of Social Work (Research)

Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia

24 monthsProgram duration

39,200 AUDTuition Fee/year

YesScholarships

Social WorkMain Subject Area

Program overview

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Degree

Study Level

Study Mode

Program overview

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Study Mode

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