Overview
Previous graduates have gone on to work at health and human services organisations such as Anglicare, Centrelink and the Department of Human Services, as well as various health services and hospitals both locally and abroad. When you graduate, you'll be equipped to take on roles in a range of specialist areas including child protection and family services, aged care, indigenous support, housing services, mental health, family services, protective services, refugee and asylum seeker support services, social justice advocacy and more . Due to the wide range of important services provided by social workers, the demand for skilled and compassionate social workers is high and expected to see considerable growth into the future. More recently, social workers are employed to support communities impacted by disasters due to climate change.
La Trobe University's Master of Social Work gives you the skills and knowledge to turn your passion for social justice into a thriving career. Whether you're looking to advance your career or move into a rewarding new field, you'll gain the hands-on expertise to help people in need.
Learn from world-class academics with extensive backgrounds in social work practice, including specialists in areas such as addiction, child and family welfare, disability, and mental health.
Career outcomes
Graduate ready to take on roles in a range of fields including child protection, family services, aged care, disability, corrections, Indigenous, mental health, environmental protection, social justice and settings.
Possible roles include:
- Senior social worker
- Oversee the support services conducted in a community or a particular area, coordinate social workers, handle issues or concerns and manage schedules.
- Mental health social worker
- Work with individuals with psychological problems and help improve their quality of life.
- School counsellor
- Provide counselling and educational development for students experiencing psychological, social, behavioural or emotional difficulties.
- Child and family support worker
- Help children and families in need by providing emotional and practical assistance.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Social Work with Individuals, Families & Groups: Applications
- Fields of Social Work Practice
- Law, Human Rights, and Ethics in Social Work Practice
- Social Work Applications
- Professional Practice
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
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Internationals - The University assesses applications on a rolling basis which means you can apply for the next upcoming intake or available future intakes.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Albury, Australia
- Bendigo, Australia
- Mildura, Australia
- Shepparton, Australia
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS code: 110240B
- Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).
- WAM - Weighted Average Mark (WAM) 60%
- Specialisation - recommended: Studies in arts, social sciences, psychology, teaching, nursing or business-related areas.
- All applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement.
- 7.0 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 7.0.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents38500 AUD / year≈ 38500 AUD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents29000 AUD / year≈ 29000 AUD / year
Additional Details
Domestic Students:
- Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) may be available.
- Indicative CSP price $9,314 per 120 credit points.
Living costs
Melbourne
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Social Work.
Available Scholarships
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