The University of Sydney
Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThis program equips you to take on leadership roles in social work and gives you the skills and knowledge to become a professional social worker in the health, community services or non-government sector. It is also a pathway to leadership roles in social work and related professions.
Delivery mode
The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Camperdown
- J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington
- Level 2, Building A M02/88 Mallett St, Camperdown
- Manning Rd, Camperdown
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Qualifications
Mandatory for course entry
Admission to candidature for the Master of Social Work (Qualifying) requires:
- a relevant Australian bachelor's degree (Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate) or equivalent qualification; and
- evidence of the ability to meet the required prerequisite knowledge in relation to human development and of society; and
- evidence of relevant employment history in the human and community services industry (generally evidence of at least 2 years is required).
In exceptional circumstances, the Dean may admit applicants without a bachelor's degree who, in the opinion of the faculty, have qualifications and evidence of experience and achievement sufficient to successfully undertake the award. This may include evidence through publications or authorship of official documents.
Inherent requirements
Key consideration
Inherent requirements are the essential tasks and activities necessary to be able to achieve the core learning outcomes of a course.
Before applying, it is important for you to read and fully understand the inherent requirements for this course.
English language requirements
Mandatory for course entry
You may need to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study with us. Find out which requirements are applicable to you below:
English is my first language
If English is your first language, you may be able to meet the English language requirements if you have;
- citizenship or permanent long-term residency (minimum ten years), AND
- completed secondary or higher education (tertiary) studies recognized by the University in an approved English-speaking country
English is NOT my first language
English language skills test
If English is not your first language, you may be able to prove English proficiency with an approved English skills test taken within 2 years of commencing the course.
Required scores:
- IELTS score: A minimum result of 7.5 overall and a minimum result of 7.0 in each band
- TOEFL - IBT score: A minimum result of 105 overall including a minimum result of 23 in Reading, Listening, and Speaking and 25 in Writing
- Pearsons Test of English: A minimum result of 76 overall and a minimum result of 68 in each band
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) will prepare you for the following roles.
Mental Health Social Worker
Mental Health Social Workers are registered social workers who specialise in mental health interventions, counselling, psychoeducation, and therape...
Social Worker
A social worker is somebody who helps people navigate everyday issues brought on by a range of factors, including but not limited to, physical and...
Clinical Social Worker
A Clinical Social Worker provides mental health services to individuals, families, and groups. You might work in hospitals, community health centre...
About The University of Sydney
We are Australia’s first university, Sydney’s university and a great global university, and we’ve set our sights on contributing to a better world.
We make lives better by producing leaders of society and equipping our people with leadership qualities so they can serve our communities at every level.
