The University of Western Australia (UWA)

Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work

The University of Western Australia (UWA)

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00126G

This course is open to social work graduates with a minimum of two years experience as a professional social worker. The Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work involves two compulsory units and a choice from a range of other advanced social work units, depending on availability.

Structure

Credit Points 48

Subjects

  • SWSP5601 Theory for Practice
  • SWSP5602 Research Methods
  • SWSP5605 Advanced Community Practice
  • SWSP5607 Professional Supervision
  • SWSP5608 Group Work
  • SWSP5611 Indigenous Policy and Practice
  • SWSP5613 Health and Human Development
  • SWSP5614 Theory and Practice: Mental Health
  • SWSP5615 Advanced Statutory Practice: Mental Health
  • SWSP5616 Mental Health Policy and Practice
  • SWSP5617 Family-Centred Practice: Mental Health
  • SWSP5618 Cultural and organisational contexts of child protection
  • SWSP5619 Theory and Practice: Child Protection
  • SWSP5620 Advanced Child Protection Practice
  • SWSP5621 Child, family and community-centred child protection practice

Standard entry requirements

  • A relevant bachelors degree or graduate certificate1, or an equivalent qualification, as recognized by UWA and
  • At least two years of experience as a professionally qualified social worker.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Crawley Domestic: $21,400
International: $38,600
No
  • Full-time : 1 year

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