Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

About the course

This accredited 2-year Master of Social Work (Qualifying) prepares graduates for professional social work practice focused on social justice, advocacy and reducing disadvantage. You’ll build capability across key practice areas such as health and ageing, child, youth and family, and mental health, with substantial supervised field education. Graduates meet requirements to qualify as a social worker and seek membership of the AASW in a masters-level social work programme.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue professional roles in social work across hospitals and health services, mental health, child protection, youth and family services, aged care, community organisations, and not-for-profit agencies. The program’s extensive supervised placements support readiness for direct practice, case management, advocacy and community development work, including roles in government and private practice settings. Outcomes align with qualifying for social work employment as a masters-level social work graduate.

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)