Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Charles Darwin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00300K
Be an agent of change and make a difference in the lives of families, individuals and communities. Our Master of Social Work (Qualifying) provides you with the skills and knowledge to work in a diverse range of practice contexts including urban, regional and remote and international settings. As a provisionally accredited course, graduates are eligible for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers and will be a part of a growing and diverse CDU social work alumni. During the course, you will explore themes and concepts such as social justice, human rights, critical reflection and supervision, culturally responsive practice, research and advocacy. Students will complete two placements in the field to further consolidate classroom learning with real world practice.
Subjects
- SWK521 Analyzing Social Work Foundations (intensive)
- SWK523 Social Work Theory for Professional Practice (new title from 2024)
- SWK525 Loss, Grief and Mental Health
- SWK526 Leadership in Social Policy
- SWK533 Interpersonal Skills for Social Work Practice A (intensive) (replaces SWK527 from 2024)
- SWK534 Interpersonal Skills for Professional Practice B (intensive) (replaces SWK522 from 2024)
- SWK535 Research for Community Development (replaces SWK528 from 2024)
- SWK536 Skills for Culturally Responsive Practice (20cp) (intensive) (replaces SWK524 and SWK529 from 2024)
- SWK558 Cultural Security in Child Protection Practice
- SWK530 Field Education A (Masters) (30 credit points)
- SWK631 Field Education B (Masters) (30 credit points)
Standard entry requirements
- Successful completion of: a recognized bachelor degree in any field
- Equivalent of one-year full-time study in behavioral or social science units, whether this be included in the completed degree or in the form of additional qualifications at diploma or above level. If you do not meet the requirement of one-year full-time study in behavioral or social science you can apply for the Graduate Diploma of Health and Social Care. Due to professional recognition, applicants who have completed a Bachelor of Social Work undergraduate degree accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers will not be eligible for entry into this course.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Casuarina | International: $35,816 | No |
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| CDU Online | No |
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