GraduatePsychology
Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
Curtin University's Master of Social Work (Qualifying) degree. The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) course is a mid-year entry, fast-track option to becoming a social worker for those who already hold a bachelor or postgraduate degree in a related area. Social work draws on knowledge from a range of disciplines including sociology psychology, politics, philosophy, health and economics. Social workers are committed to social justice, human rights and social change. They work with and alongside individuals, groups and communities to improve people’s quality of lives, promote positive relationships, and advocate for human rights. The course focuses on how people understand and interact with each other, their communities and society. Master Degrees (Coursework) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Year 1: Social Work in Contemporary Australia, Mental Health Recovery, Social Work Practice with Individuals, Children and Families, Social Work Understandings and Responses to Violence, Abuse and Trauma, Introduction to Social Work Field Education Year 2: Groups and Communities, Professional Identity and Decision-Making, Research for Social Work Practice, Advanced Social Work Field Education
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
Specifically, applicants must have a relevant bachelor degree or postgraduate degree, including at least one year of full-time studies in social sciences (studies of the individual and society), or equivalent prior learning, including appropriate professional experience. Entry into the course is competitive. If the Applicant’s prior degree is not considered relevant, they may be required to undertake prerequisite bridging units before commencing the program. Applicants must have a relevant bachelor degree completed prior to commencing this course. Applicants must show evidence of English language competency as demonstrated by an IELTS (International English Language Test System) of 7.0 (or equivalent as defined by the Curtin standard list. Please note CUTE is not accepted). Applicants for this course should refer to the Faculty website for more information on Criminal Record Screening and Clearance and Working with Children check. Applicants for a Master Degree (Coursework) are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; Subject to the duration of the course applicants usually require a Bachelor Degree or equivalent (and may require relevant work experience), Bachelor Honours Degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma.
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