Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Be an advocate for social justice and human rights. Make a real difference to the lives of people in need. Excel in your career in one of the fastest-growing professions.
You might be a new graduate looking for a clear career path or an experienced social worker wanting to take the next step in your professional life. Or perhaps you are ready for a career change and want to step into social work.
Whatever your background, we'll prepare you to work across human and community services in government bodies, non-government organizations, community and health services, and more. You'll become confident working with migrants, people with alcohol, drug, and mental health problems and in palliative care, child protection, youth services, and much more.
You'll be exposed to challenging real-life situations through 140 days during your studies in social work settings, being mentored by experienced professionals in the field. Then, once you graduate, you can go on to be a qualified social worker, take up management positions, or work in national or international policy development.
This is an Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) accredited qualification and is an entry qualification into the social work profession. It has been deemed to meet the Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards.
Campus Information
Mt Helen Campus (Ballarat)
Located 10 kilometres from the Ballarat city centre, the Mt Helen Campus offers both TAFE and higher education study options. It is set on 110 hectares of parkland and natural bushland surroundings. More than 4,500 students study on campus in state-of-the-art facilities which include specialist equipment essential to modern teaching and learning.
Berwick Campus
The campus is located about 40km south east of the Melbourne CBD. It is only a five-minute walk from the Berwick Station on the metropolitan Pakenham train line, and adjacent to the Princes Freeway. The multi-level complex of modern architecturally-designed buildings is surrounded by spacious grounds with landscaped gardens and internal courtyards. It is also close to many facilities available at the attractive Berwick Village Centre.
Intakes
- March
- July
- Nov
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
The spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship at Federation University Australia is reflected in our partnerships, which keep us connected to industry, government and the community. These connections ensure that the University is linked with the real world, and that our regions are prepared with the latest knowledge and practices that will prepare them for the future.
The Industry Placement Program (IPP) provides an opportunity for organisations across multiple fields to tap into the next generation of graduates. In partnering with the Industry Placement Program, your organisation will have access to undergraduate students for up to 26 weeks of full-time placement. Each student is carefully selected and prepared through our Professional Development program, to ensure they have skills, interests and motivation to make a positive impact within your workplace.
This program is designed to assist your organisation's long-term goals, by developing and attracting new talent, which will inspire students to pursue a career in your industry.
CareerHub
The Student Careers and Employment Service has some great resources to help students plan for their career, get part time work whilst studying, and get that all important graduate position.
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Completion of an Australian bachelor's degree, or overseas equivalent, with specified minimum grades (or marks) in relevant subjects.
Successful completion of Australian Bachelor degree in science, mathematics, statistics, engineering, information technology or business; or overseas equivalent.
Students will be required to demonstrate they have previously studied introductory mathematics and at least one information technology course in their undergraduate degree; or select an approved elective course in their first semester of study.
English language requirements
Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent.
For More Infromation Pls Contact To Our PSA Counselor.
- Course Code: 085213F
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
70000 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: 55 AUD