Master of Advanced Social Work (Research)

1. Master of Advanced Social Work (Research) : Entry requirements - The University of Melbourne Skip to main content 1. Study 2. Find a course 3. Master of Advanced Social Work (Research) 4. Entry requirements Graduate Research Master of Advanced Social Work (Research) - #2 in Australia for Social Policy and Administration(link opens in new window) - #23 in the world for Social Policy and Administration(link opens in new window) - Course code: J17RE Showing information for Domestic students International students Duration 2 years full time / 4 years part time Mode (Location) On campus (Parkville) Intake Flexible See How to apply Fees Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) places available Learn more How to apply Enquire Register for updates Master of Advanced Social Work (Research)How to applyEnquire Entry requirements OverviewEntry requirementsCourse structureCareer outcomesStudent experienceFees & scholarshipsHow to apply Entry requirements Entry requirements for the Master of Advanced Social Work (Research) 1. To be considered for entry, you must have completed: a) a qualifying Australian Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent within the last ten years with a grade point average of 75% or above AND b) eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers AND c) two years of documented professional social work practice. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection. 2. In ranking applications, the selection committee will consider: - prior academic performance and, if relevant, professional qualifications; - performance at interview; - understanding of the research question to be explored; - motivation and capacity to complete the course in a timely manner; - relevant prior research and/or professional experience; and - referee reports. 3. 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. English Language Criteria All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. Please see the Graduate English language requirements page for more information. Course overview Course structure How can we help? Find a course How to apply Support centre Contact us Acknowledgement of Country We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Owners of the unceded lands on which we work, learn and live. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future, and acknowledge the importance of Indigenous knowledge in the Academy. Read about our Indigenous priorities - About us - Careers at Melbourne - Safety and respect - Newsroom - Contact - Campus locations Contact details Phone13 MELB (13 6352) International+61 3 9035 5511 Address The University of Melbourne Grattan Street, Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia Connect with us - Visit University of Melbourne on Facebook - Visit University of Melbourne on LinkedIn - Visit University of Melbourne on Instagram - Visit University of Melbourne on WeChat - Visit University of Melbourne on TikTok - Emergency - Terms and privacy - Accessibility - Privacy The University of Melbourne (Australian University) PRV12150 CRICOS: 00116K ABN: 84 002 705 224 This site uses and shares cookies and similar technologies to personalise your experience, advertise to you where you have opted in and provide content from third-parties as well as analyse our usage. You consent to our use of such technologies by proceeding. You can change your mind or consent choices at any time. Visit our Privacy Statement for further information. Accept cookies Cookie preferences 2. h) 1. To be considered for entry, you must have completed: a) a qualifying Australian Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent within the last ten years with a grade point average of 75% or above AND b) eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers AND c) two years of documented professional social work practice. Meeting these requirem Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.