Master of Social Work

La Trobe University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00115M

La Trobes Master of Social Work gives you the skills and knowledge to turn your passion for social justice into a thriving career. Whether youre looking to advance your career or move into a rewarding new field, youll gain the hands-on expertise to help people in need. Learn from world-class academics with extensive backgrounds in social work practice, including specialists in areas such as addiction, child and family welfare, disability, and mental health. Explore the various roles undertaken by social workers, including direct practice, social policy, education and research, community development, counselling, organizational planning.

Structure

Total of 240 Credit Points

Subjects

  • LTU0AIM Academic Integrity Module
  • SWP4FPA Fields Of Social Work Practice A
  • SWP4LHE Law, Human Rights, And Ethics In Social Work Practice
  • SWP5PSW Pathways Into C21 Social Work
  • SWP5PDE Program Design And Evaluation
  • SWP4APA Social Work With Individuals, Families & Groups: Applications A
  • SWP4APB Social Work With Individuals, Families & Groups: Applications B
  • SWP5001 Professional Practice 1
  • SWP5FPC Fields Of Social Work Practice C
  • SWP5IIC Inclusion In Communities
  • SWP5LSW Leadership In Social Work
  • SWP5SPA Social Policy Analysis And Advocacy
  • SWP5APC Social Work Applications C
  • ADP5TED Translating Evidence Into Disability Practice
  • SWP5002 Professional Practice 2

Standard entry requirements

  • Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Specialisation - recommended: Studies in arts, social sciences, psychology, teaching, nursing or business-related areas.
  • Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Course specific requirements - WAM - Weighted Average Mark (WAM) 60% Additional WAM information
  • Postgraduate: Prerequisites - Undergraduate requirements - Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).
  • International: IELTS - 7.0 < 7.0 - 7.0 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 7.0.
  • Note: This course may be subject to alternative or extra entry requirements depending on your life circumstances and/or work experience. For the complete entry requirements, please search for your course on the La Trobe website: latrobe.edu.au/courses

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Melbourne (Bundoora) Domestic: $54,800
International: $70,000
No
  • Full-time : 2 years

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