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Master of Social Work (Qualifying) (SCM501.1)

Masters.
University of Canberra

500

in world overall ranking*

57

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) prepares you for professional practice in the human services, with a focus on social justice and ethical, evidence-informed support for individuals, families and communities. You’ll develop advanced skills for assessment, intervention and advocacy across complex social issues, and learn to work effectively with diverse populations in contemporary practice settings. This is a masters-level qualifying programme in social work.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue professional roles across government, community and non-government organisations, supporting people and communities through assessment, case management, counselling and advocacy. Typical pathways include child and family services, mental health, health and hospital social work, community development, disability and ageing services, and policy or programme roles. This masters-level qualification supports careers in social work and human services practice.


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

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3 years

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Online
UC - Canberra

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SCM501

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

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A$7,000

tick iconUNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA - GEMS INTERNATIONAL PARTNER SCHOLARSHIP

10% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL COURSE MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

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