University of Tasmania
Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationSocial workers need contemporary skills to respond meaningfully to social problems. Our Master of Social Work (Qualifying) has been designed with direct industry input to reflect current and emerging practice trends in the profession. The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) is a professionally accredited qualification, awarded full accreditation by the Australian Association of Social Workers. It is an entry qualification into the social work profession and has been determined to meet the Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards. The masters-level course has specialisation options, and you will engage with distinctive Tasmanian, national, and international contexts. Threaded through the course is a focus on decolonising, Indigenising, sustainability, collaboration, and innovation in social work, ensuring that as a graduate, you are well-equipped for new and diverse roles in changing workplaces.
Delivery mode
University of Tasmania offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Churchill Ave, Hobart
- 2 Invermay Rd, Launceston
- 2/8 Bass Hwy, Burnie
- 2/8 Bass Hwy, Burnie
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Bachelor's degree in a related field:
A bachelor's degree other than in Social Work from the University of Tasmania or approved tertiary institution with:
- a major or equivalent in a related field such as social sciences, behavioural sciences, psychology, nursing, or education.
- a minimum of 8 units (100 credit points) or equivalent in the studies of society and the studies of behavioural or psychological sciences. Of these units, at least one must be in the social sciences and at least one unit in behavioural and psychological sciences.
- these 8 units (100 credit points) must have been completed within 10 years of admission to the Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Students with a bachelor's degree in a non-related field:
Bachelor's degree in a non-related field may complete a pathway into the Master of Social Work (Qualifying) by completing either:
- 8 units (100 credit points) from the Bachelor of Social Work with Honours, comprising 4 units (50 credit points) of Core units at Introductory (100) level and 4 units (50 credit points) of Core units at Intermediate level (200) or;
- In addition to holding a completed bachelor's degree, the Diploma of Arts which includes 100 credit points as per the Bachelor of Social Work with Honours pathway are accepted.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) 7.0 (no individual band less than 7.0) – no other equivalencies will be accepted. Applicants will be required to meet this requirement prior to commencing a pathway into their Social Work program.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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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 University of Tasmania
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