University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC)

Master of Social Work (By Research)

University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC)

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 01595D

Use your research skills to drive social change in a dynamic profession that is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of society and individuals. This advanced program lets you address the growing need for practice-based research by completing your own original research project. In this program you will make an important contribution to your chosen area of social work practice. Youll explore areas of professional interest and advance your academic qualifications in the field and work with highly experienced supervisors to complete an original thesis that contributes to the body of knowledge in your field. Youll advance your research skills and build your knowledge of professional social work practice.

Structure

A Higher Degree by Research (HDR) is a supervised research program that requires undertaking original research, resulting in a thesis, or a thesis and exegesis. During the Master by Research program, Master by Research candidates are required to achieve several milestones that relate to their research training.

Subjects

  • Social work

Standard entry requirements

  • To be eligible for admission to a research Master degree, an applicant must hold: (a) a Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher on a seven point scale from a recognised higher education institution or
  • (b) a Bachelor Honours degree (AQF Level 8) Class IIB from a recognised higher education institution or
  • (c) a record of qualifications and/or professional research experience deemed to be equivalent to the standard of (a) or (b) as may be approved by the Research Degrees Committee, or the Chairperson acting on behalf of the Committee.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
UniSC Caboolture International: $59,200 No
  • Flexible Delivery : 2 years
UniSC Fraser Coast International: $59,200 No
  • Flexible Delivery : 2 years
UniSC Gympie International: $59,200 No
  • Flexible Delivery : 2 years
UniSC Moreton Bay No
  • Flexible Delivery : 2 years
UniSC Sunshine Coast International: $59,200 No
  • Flexible Delivery : 2 years

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