Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) at the University of Newcastle has a duration of 104 weeks (approximately 2 years).

Yes, the course includes a mandatory work component of 1,000 hours in total, structured at 40 hours per week over 25 weeks, providing students with substantial hands-on professional experience.

The estimated total course cost is AU$91,355, which includes tuition fees of AU$90,590 and non-tuition fees of AU$765.

The course is delivered at the University of Newcastle's Newcastle City location in New South Wales, a campus owned and operated by the University of Newcastle (CRICOS Provider Code: 00109J).

This course may be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights if it meets all the required criteria: it must be in 'Registered' status, be a Skills Level 1 qualification (which a Masters degree is), have a duration of 92 weeks or greater (this course is 104 weeks), and its narrow Field of Education must align with the Skills Level 1 priority list. Eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at the time of review.