Master of Social Work

class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="admissions"> Entry requirements and admissions You need to satisfy all of the following entry requirements to be considered for entry into this degree. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements You must have successfully completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) that includes at least one year of full-time studies in social sciences (or equivalent). Selection for Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) is competitive, and complete applications are assessed in the order that they are received until all places are filled. For your best chance at admission into this program, you are encouraged to apply as early as possible. If you are currently completing your degree and do not yet have a final transcript, please provide an interim transcript in your application. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. English language requirements You must meet the University's minimum English language requirements to be eligible for a place in this course. You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements You must have successfully completed an Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in a relevant discipline which includes at least one year of full-time studies in social sciences (or equivalent). Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification. English language requirements To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 7.0 (with no individual band below 7.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT) for Australia: minimum overall score of 94 (with minimum of 24 in Reading, 24 in Listening, 23 in Speaking and 27 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 65 (with no communication band less than 65) C1 Advanced: minimum of 185 with no less than 185 in any component. Note: RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information . Additional information Expand all sections Professional compliance requirements This course includes practical placement. If you are successful in obtaining a place in the course, you must meet a number of immunisation and compliance requirements upon commencement of your studies. Working With Children Check You will be required to hold a valid Victorian Working with Children (WWC) Check (valid for 5 years) prior to undertaking professional placement as part of this course. Note: For placements undertaken interstate, a valid WWC Check is required for that state. Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, formerly known as a Police Check, for professional placements as part of this course. Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks must be current and have no disclosable outcomes. Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks are conducted via fit2work . An account with fit2work will be created using your name and RMIT-issued student email address, once studies in the course have commenced. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed. NDIS Worker Screening Check You may be required to apply for and receive an acceptable NDIS Worker Screening Check prior to undertaking professional placement with an NDIS provider as part of this course. Note: All relevant screening and compliance check fees are at your own expense. Inherent requirements (non-academic abilities) Non-academic abilities you'll need to complete this course The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities. The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements. By understanding the types of activities you'll participate in, you can: understand more about the course determine if you may need support during your studies make an informed decision about whether the course is suitable for you. Adjustments If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there is a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Services (ELS) team to discuss any adjustments you may require. To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with ELS. If you are living with disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your course so that you can participate fully in your studies. The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in academic and professional experience placement settings. View inherent requirements <div

class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career Graduates are highly employable in human services organisations, community-based agencies, various levels of government, and increasingly in corporate and private enterprise. Some graduates help to develop social policy, some engage in research, some assist communities to develop their own services, and some provide services to individuals and families. In a social work career, there are ample opportunities to pursue different specialisations and interests. With your working knowledge of social science, research, and social work, you'll be eligible for a wide range of human services or community jobs in areas such as: child protection dispute mediation and industrial relations health services and hospitals human resource management policy and advocacy work community development projects program and organisational development immigration advice and referral centres government departments youth and family services. Jobs and Skills Australia projects that work opportunities for social workers are set to increase by 15.9% to 2028. Expand all sections Professional recognition and accreditation This program is an Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) accredited qualification. It is an entry qualification into the social work profession and has been determined to meet the Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards (ASWEAS). Graduates are eligible for membership of this professional association. <div