Graduate Certificate in Social Sciences for Social Work

About the course

This Graduate Certificate is a pathway for graduates from disciplines outside the social and behavioural sciences who want to progress to the Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying). You’ll build foundational knowledge in human behaviour and development, sociology, disadvantage, human rights and social justice, and social policy and welfare. The course prepares you for further postgraduate study and entry into the social work discipline at graduate-certificate level.

Career outcome

The course supports entry into postgraduate social work training, providing a social and behavioural science foundation relevant to professional practice. It is suited to those aiming to work with individuals, families and communities affected by issues such as mental health concerns, addiction, housing stress, domestic and family violence, disability, discrimination and social disadvantage. Outcomes are geared toward progression into social work qualification pathways and related human services contexts.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)