The University of Melbourne

Master of Social Work

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Master of Social Work at the University of Melbourne offers an outstanding graduate course of study. You will benefit from our research-led teaching, based on up-to-date data allowing you to apply the most relevant theory to your social work practice.

Delivery mode

The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Grattan Street, Parkville

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry requirements for the Master of Social Work

  • In order to be considered for entry, applicants must:

    • have completed an undergraduate degree with at least one year of full-time studies in social sciences or equivalent, with studies to have been completed within 10 years of commencing the Master of Social Work, or
    • have completed an older undergraduate degree and more recent graduate study that demonstrates current capacity for graduate study, and
    • provide a current Curriculum Vitae (CV) that details education, workplace experience and other relevant skills and training; and
    • provide contact details for a professional referee.

    Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection.

  • In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider:

    • prior academic performance; and
    • work experience and other training completed as detailed in the CV.
  • The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Board rules on the use of selection instruments.

  • Relevant work experience may be paid or unpaid, and may be full-time or part-time, but for part-time experience, at least 40 hours should normally have been obtained in a single three-month period.

  • Additional requirements may apply.

    Course fees

    Estimated Fee* $0 - $71,280 $102,320 Fees are based on full-time study.
    * Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
    Standard Tuition:
    $71,280
    Standard Tuition:
    $102,320
    Full Fee Tuition:
    $71,280
    Full Fee Tuition:
    $102,320
    Enquire with The University of Melbourne to find out more.
    Study mode On Campus
    Duration 24 Months
    Estimated fee* $0 - $71,280 $102,320 Support may be available

    Career opportunities

    The Master of Social Work will prepare you for the following roles.

    About The University of Melbourne

    Welcome to the University of Melbourne. We are Australia’s leading research university, with a 165-year-long tradition of higher education in the arts, sciences and numerous professional disciplines.

    At Melbourne, we take delight through our on-campus teaching and graduate online programs in helping undergraduate and postgraduate students from Australia and many other countries to achieve globally recognised qualifications. The educational experience here prepares well-rounded graduates who are academically outstanding and practically grounded.

    We also support and encourage internationally-connected research collaborations around basic and applied problems, in the hope of changing the world for the better.