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About the course
This accredited Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying) develops the skills, knowledge and values needed to become a strategic, ethical and reflective social work practitioner. You will study areas such as child protection, social policy and law, mental health, Indigenous community health issues and leadership, alongside supervised practice placements. Online students also complete compulsory on-campus residential learning at the Gold Coast campus. The programme develops advanced psychological assessment, intervention planning, and evidence-based practice for professional settings.
Career outcome
Graduates are prepared for professional social work roles across government, community and health settings. Career pathways may include child and family services, mental health and wellbeing services, social policy and program delivery, community development, and roles supporting vulnerable individuals and communities. The degree is designed to meet professional qualifying expectations for social work practice in Australia, with potential eligibility for employment overseas.
Living Costs in Gold Coast**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310 |
Average Salary***
