Doctor of Social Work

What is this course about?

CSU's Doctor of Social Work course supports eligible students in advanced and critical reflection on professional social work practice, to meet the needs of social work professionals aspiring to the highest levels within their discipline.

About the course

The Doctor of Social Work is designed for professionals who wish to extend their levels of professional practice, explore theoretical and practice issues within the profession and to acquire advanced research skills.

In particular the program will:

  • allow candidates to extend their knowledge of social work theory and the practice underpinning their profession through dedicated study and reflection
  • enable candidates to successfully identify, investigate and resolve problems confronting the social work profession through the acquisition of skills in reflection, research and writing
  • enable candidates to present findings of research in a dissertation
  • encourage candidates to publish at least one paper in their area of expertise
  • provide candidates with professional supervision to reflect on their own practice and to demonstrate a standard of excellence in their field

Campus

Wagga Wagga

Duration

3-8 years by distance education

Graduation requirements

To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 192 points.

Course structure

More information about subjects and course structure.

Career opportunities

Ready to make a real difference to the world? Discover more about where this course could take you.

Admission requirements

To study this course, you will need to indicate your likelihood of success through previous studies and other attainments and experience.

Cost of study

When weighing up the costs of study, consider the benefits of having the qualification you need to achieve your personal and professional goals.

http://www.csu.edu.au/courses/postgraduate/social_work_doctor

At a glance

Study Mode

Distance education

Where

Wagga Wagga

When

Session 1; Session 2; Session 3

Level

Research higher degree

Duration

3-8 years by distance education

International?

YES

Indicative ATAR

N/A

How to apply

Admission code/s

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