The SCI Master of Social Work (Qualifying) course is an entry qualification into the social work profession and has been aligned to meet the Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards (ASWEAS). The aim of the course is to provide students with an advanced understanding of social work principles, theories, and practices, preparing them for professional excellence in the field. The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) course will equip students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and ethical frameworks to effectively engage with diverse populations, address social inequalities, promote social justice, and enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Through a rigorous curriculum, mandatory field placements, and research opportunities, the course aims to foster critical thinking, cultural competence, and the ability to navigate complex social systems. Ultimately, the aim of the course is to produce competent and compassionate social work professionals who are committed to promoting positive social change and empowering those in need. Upon completion of the Master of Social Work (Qualifying) course, graduates will be able to demonstrate a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts as a basis for independent lifelong learning.
Industry Needs
The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) course is designed to meet the industry needs of the social work profession. In today’s complex and diverse society, there is a growing demand for highly skilled and competent social work professionals who can address the multifaceted challenges faced by individuals, families, and communities. The industry requires social workers who possess advanced knowledge of social work theories, research methodologies, cultural competency, and ethical practices. This course aims to equip students with the necessary skills and competencies to meet these industry demands. Through a comprehensive course structure that combines theoretical foundations with mandatory practical field placements, students will gain hands-on experience in a variety of social work settings, allowing them to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. By aligning the course with industry needs, SCI is committed to producing graduates who can make a meaningful and positive impact in the field of social work.
The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) will have the following delivery structure:
Year 1 | Year 2 | ||||||||
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Semester 1 | SWQ801 History and Foundation of Social Work | SWQ802 Critical Approaches to Social Work Theory and Practice | SWQ803 Human Behaviour and Human Development in Social Work | SWQ804 Diversity, Power, and Identity in Social Work | Semester 3 | SWQ901 Aboriginal and Torres Islander People and Social Work | SWQ902 Substance Abuse and Social Work Practice | SWQ903 Research and Evaluation in Social Work | SWQ904 Social Work with Children, and Young People |
Semester 2 | SWQ805 Mental Health and Wellbeing in Social Work | SWQ806 Ethical and Legal Issues in Social Work | SWP807 Professional Practice - 1 | Semester 4 | SWQ905 Social Policy, and Organisational Contexts in Social Work | SWQ906 Families and Domestic Violence in Social Work | SWP907 Professional Practice - 2 |
Unit Name | Prerequisites Unit | |
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SWQ801 History and Foundation of Social Work | N/A | |
SWQ802 Critical Approaches to Social Work Theory and Practice | N/A | |
SWQ803 Human Behaviour and Human Development in Social Work | N/A | |
SWQ804 Diversity, Power, and Identity in Social Work | N/A | |
SWQ805 Mental Health and Wellbeing in Social Work | N/A | |
SWQ806 Ethical and Legal Issues in Social Work | N/A | |
SWP807 Professional Practice - 1 | SWQ801 History and Foundation of Social Work SWQ803 Human Behaviour and Development in Social Work SWQ805 Mental Health and Wellbeing in Social Work SWQ806 Ethical and Legal Issues in Social Work | |
SWQ901 Aboriginal and Torres Islander People and Social Work | SWP807 Professional Practice - 1 | |
SWQ902 Substance Abuse and Social Work Practice | SWP807 Professional Practice - 1 | |
SWQ903 Research and Evaluation in Social Work | SWP807 Professional Practice - 1 | |
SWQ904 Social Work with Children, and Young People | SWP807 Professional Practice - 1 | |
SWQ906 Families and Domestic Violence in Social Work | SWP807 Professional Practice - 1 | |
SWP907 Professional Practice - 2 | SWP807 Professional Practice - 1 | |
SWQ905 Social Policy, and Organisational Contexts in Social Work | SWP807 Professional Practice – 1 SWQ901 Aboriginal and Torres Islander People and Social Work SWQ902 Substance Abuse and Social Work Practice SWQ903 Research and Evaluation in Social Work SWQ904 Social Work with Children, and Young People SWQ905 Social Policy, and Organisational Contexts in Social Work SWQ906 Families and Domestic Violence in Social Work |