Master of Social Work by Research
Health and welfare
Use your research skills to drive social change in a dynamic profession that is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of society and individuals. This advanced program lets you address the growing need for practice-based research by completing your own original research project. In this program you will make an important contribution to your chosen area of social work practice. You will explore areas of professional interest and advance your academic qualifications in the field and work
Official- Duration
- 2 years
- Qualification
- Masters Degree (Research)
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Petrie
- QLD · +4 more campuses
- Course code
- CRICOS 0100246
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Course overview
Use your research skills to drive social change in a dynamic profession that is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of society and individuals. This advanced program lets you address the growing need for practice-based research by completing your own original research project. In this program you will make an important contribution to your chosen area of social work practice. You will explore areas of professional interest and advance your academic qualifications in the field and work with highly experienced supervisors to complete an original thesis that contributes to the body of knowledge in your field. You will advance your research skills and build your knowledge of professional social work practice.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. To be eligible for admission to a research Master degree, an applicant must hold: (a) a Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) with a Grade Point Average of 5. 0 or higher on a seven point scale from a recognised higher education institution or; (b) a Bachelor Honours degree (AQF Level 8) Class IIB from a recognised higher education institution or; (c) a record of qualifications and/or professional research experience deemed to be equivalent to the standard of (a) or (b) as may be approved by the Research Degrees Committee, or the Chairperson acting on behalf of the Committee. 2. Recognised bachelor-equivalent qualification; program-specific GPA, discipline or experience; English proficiency.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6L 5.5 · R 5.5 · W 5.5 · S 5.5
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
To be eligible for admission to a research Master degree, an applicant must hold: (a) a Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) with a Grade Point Average of 5. 0 or higher on a seven point scale from a recognised higher education institution or; (b) a Bachelor Honours degree (AQF Level 8) Class IIB from a recognised higher education institution or; (c) a record of qualifications and/or professional research experience deemed to be equivalent to the standard of (a) or (b) as may be approved by the Research Degrees Committee, or the Chairperson acting on behalf of the Committee.
Additional entry requirement
Recognised bachelor-equivalent qualification; program-specific GPA, discipline or experience; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Rolling intake | — | — | — | $32,500per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Social Work by Researchunisc.edu.au
- University of the Sunshine Coastunisc.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source
- Undergraduate program admission requirementsOfficial source
- International Study Guide 2026Official source
- Postgraduate admissions requirementsOfficial source