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Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying)

Masters.
James Cook University

400

in world overall ranking*

50

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This professionally qualifying Master of Social Work prepares you for accredited practice, with a focus on responding to complex needs of individuals, families, groups and communities. You’ll build critical social work knowledge and skills and learn to work effectively across diverse and remote contexts, including with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. It is a Master coursework degree designed for graduates from other disciplines entering social work.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue professional roles across government, health, community and non-profit settings, supporting people and communities through assessment, advocacy, case management and program delivery. Career pathways may include social worker in hospitals and mental health services, child and family services, disability and aged care, community development, and roles in Indigenous and remote service organisations. Outcomes align with a Master coursework qualification in social work.

Entry requirements

AQF level 7 bachelor degree in a relevant discipline other than Social Work that includes a minimum of 1 year full-time study in social and behavioural sciences; or equivalent.


Living Costs in Townsville**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,146 - 1,515
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,074 - 1,421
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 5 - 7
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 234 - 309

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$34,649 per year

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A$9,537 per year

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Information

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2 years

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January, September

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Townsville
Cairns

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103804

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

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tick iconINTERNATIONAL RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (IRTPS)

A$28,092

tick iconAIMS@JCU SCHOLARSHIPS

A$33,092

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