The Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying) aims to produce graduates who are committed to advancing social justice and human rights. This course has both Commonwealth supported and fee paying places.
Upon completion of the course, graduates will be able to:
This course includes four one week residential schools.
The residential schools will involve the students in interactive experiential learning of basic skills in a safe environment. They will provide specific lectures and opportunities for discussion and clarification of key concepts and processes. There will be individual and group activities to ensure that students have a clear understanding of the assessment process in preparation for their first practicum.
Students are required to complete a total of 140 days (980 hours) of field education under the supervision of a qualified social worker. The 140 days are divided into two subjects, with flexible arrangements of placement days in each. Learning objectives are based on the formulation of a detailed learning plan which is individually negotiated by the student, supervisor and CSU staff. There are a minimum of three liaison contacts with CSU staff including one on-site visit from a CSU staff person or their representative.
| Study through | Wagga Wagga |
| Study mode and normal course duration | 4 years part-time by distance education |
| Course code | OAPQ |
| Fees | Fee paying Students may be eligible for FEE-HELP Commonwealth supported places |
| Session available | February/July (Semester basis) |
| Apply through | CSU Admissions Office |
| Study through | Wagga Wagga |
| Study mode and normal course duration | 4 years part-time by distance education (offshore) |
| Course code | Program code - 1708PQ |
| Fees | Offshore - see fee list |
| Session available | February/July (Semester basis) |
| Apply through | CSU International Admissions |
To graduate from the Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying), students must satisfactorily complete 128 points.
Core subjects
HCS501 Social Work Theory and Practice 1(16 points)
HCS502 Social Work Theory and Practice 2 (16 points)
HCS503 Social Work Theory and Practice 3 (16 points)
HCS504 Social Work Theory and Practice 4 (16 points)
HCS505 Social Work Professional Field Education 1 (16 points )
HCS506 Social Work Professional Field Education 2 (16 points)
SPE502 Social Work and Social Policy Practice
SWK423 Ethics and Social Work Practice
Restricted electives
HCS406 Social Work and Human Rights
LAW531 Law for the Human Services
SWK504 Human Services Research Methods
A limited number of other elective subjects, drawn from the existing bank of human services postgraduate subjects, is available to students following consultation with the Course Coordinator.
Enrolment pattern - part-time study
Session 1
HCS501 Social Work Theory and Practice 1 (16 points)
Session 2
HCS502 Social Work Theory and Practice 2 (16 points)
Session 3
HCS505 Social Work Professional Field Education 1 (16 points commenced)
HCS406 Social Work and Human Rights
or
[ ] Elective
Session 4
HCS505 Social Work Professional Field Education 1 (completed)
and one from:
LAW531 Law for the Human Services
SWK504 Human Services Research Methods
[ ] Elective
Session 5
HCS503 Social Work Theory and Practice 3 (16 points)
Session 6
HCS504 Social Work Theory and Practice 4 (16 points)
Session 7
HCS506 Social Work Professional Field Education 2 (16 points commenced)
SPE502 Social Work and Social Policy Practice
Session 8
HCS506 Social Work Professional Field Education 2 (completed)
SWK423 Ethics and Social Work Practice
Students with a completed undergraduate degree will be eligible to apply for the Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying).
Applicants without any social science background will have to complete specified foundation subjects in psychology, sociology, politics/policy and research methods.
The following information gives you an overview of studying by distance education.
Course materials
When studying by distance education you may receive:
Distance education students usually study two 8 point subjects per semester. More or fewer subjects may be studied in consultation with the Course Coordinator.
Teleconferencing
Telephone tutorials are used to supplement face-to-face contact between students and academic staff. Conference calls enable several students, either at home or at a common location, to participate in a group tutorial with academic staff.
Direct telephone contact and email
Students are encouraged to maintain direct contact with staff by telephone or email. Office telephone numbers and email addresses will be supplied and telephone answering services are available in the offices of Course Coordinators. Students will also be advised of numbers for the School's central telephone answering and facsimile machines.
Online forums
Students may participate in various forums online, enabling direct and instant contact with staff and other students.
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