GraduatePsychology
Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Charles Darwin University, Darwin, NT, Australia
About this program
The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) at Charles Darwin University provides the skills and knowledge to work in a diverse range of practice contexts including urban, regional, remote and international settings. As an AASW-accredited course, graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers. Students explore themes and concepts such as social justice, human rights, critical reflection and supervision, culturally responsive practice, research and advocacy, and complete two field placements to consolidate classroom learning with real-world practice.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Core Units (11 units): Social Work Theory for Professional Practice
- Loss
- Grief and Mental Health
- Leadership in Social Policy
- Research for Community Development
- Cultural Security on Child Protection Practice
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Clinical PsychologistANZSCO 272311
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Registration needs the full accredited sequence (accredited bachelor's, honours, then an accredited master's or doctorate), which takes several years beyond a first degree. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
Educational PsychologistANZSCO 272312
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, subject to the same long registration pathway as other endorsed psychology areas. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
Organisational PsychologistANZSCO 272313
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, subject to the same long registration pathway as other endorsed psychology areas. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent international qualification) in any field
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