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About the course
This practice-led Master of Social Work (Qualifying) prepares graduates to become professionally qualified social workers through industry-engaged learning. You’ll integrate theory, research, values and practice while completing embedded supervised field placements and building job-ready skills. Flexible full-time or part-time study, including evening-class options, supports students balancing work and caring responsibilities in master-level social work training.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue diverse social work roles across government and community sectors. Typical pathways include social worker, case manager (child protection, out-of-home care, housing, disability, addiction), community development officer, policy adviser, counsellor and mental health clinician. The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) supports entry to professional social work practice in Australia through master-level, placement-rich preparation. Preparing graduates for organisational psychology, counselling support, human services, and specialist practitioner pathways.
Living Costs in Newcastle**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,199 - 1,586 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,079 - 1,427 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 267 - 353 |
Average Salary***
