Social Work (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Master of Social Work
Length
2 years
Campuses
Melbourne, Bendigo, Albury-Wodonga
Course description
This course aims to prepare students for key social work roles - in which they might work with individuals, families and groups, or be inolved in community work, social policy, social research, and organisational planning and administration. The curriculum is based on a philosophy of social justice, and students should acquire the knowledge and skills to work effectively in complex organisations. A key feature is the practical placement component, which allows students to gain practical skills in the field. Honours is available during the final year.
Course structure
Students undertake academic and fieldwork subjects, and two supervised 70-day placements (one in each year), in a professional social work agency. Please note students may be required to attend some lectures and seminars in block mode and/or outside normal contact hours.
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
25 720
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
Approximate costs include: A$100 for course manuals; Accommodation costs for clinical placement vary according to the venue; National Police Check (or equivalent) - A$15 (indicative only).
Selection
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 7.0 with no individual band score less than 7.0; or
TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or
Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe Melbourne; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree or approved international equivalent.
Extra requirements
This course has a clinical component. For further information, please visit the: Health Sciences website for important information.
All students are required to obtain a National Police Check (A$15) and Working with Children check (no cost) before undertaking a clinical professional placement. Note the quoted costs are approximate only and subject to change.
Applicants for this course must also complete Supplementary Application Form from the website
Semester starts
Semester 1 (February)
Career opportunities
Social workers are employed in a wide range of social policy, community, and direct practice areas within public and non-government agencies. Areas include hospitals and community based health services, disability, substance abuse, child protection and family care, aged care, indigenous support, housing services, mental health, family services, psychiatric services, protective services, refugee and asylum seeker support services, local government, community work, social justice advocacy, and counselling services.
Professional recognition
This degree has been developed in accordance with Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) accreditation guidelines. The School of Social Work and Social Policy is seeking provisional accreditation from the Association.