MC150 - Master of Social Work

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Plan: MC150P15 - Master of Social Work
Campus: City Campus

Overview

Program details
Purpose of the Program
Articulation and pathways
Entrance requirements
External accreditation and industry links
Student expenses and charges in addition to fees
Library, IT and specialist resources

Program details

Award title: Master of Social Work
Award abbreviation: MSocWk
Total credit points: 192
Career: PGRD
Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Location: Onshore, City Campus
Owning school: Global, Urban and Social Studies (365H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/global-urban-and-social-studies
ASCED code: 090501
CRICOS code: 058234C

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Purpose of the Program

This program has been designed for you to master the advanced knowledge and skills required for professional critical social work practice. Building on the knowledge and skills you bring to the program you will:

  • develop your cognitive and technical skills in critically analysing the contemporary human services sector in an international context;  
  • synthesise and apply appropriate interdisciplinary knowledge about human development, human needs and human problems, across a range of social work practice contexts; 
  • undertake professional practice in interpersonal, intra-familial, group, organisational, community and policy contexts as evidenced by successful completion of industry based field education (work integrated learning) and
  • utilise and undertake research in professional practice . 

This program will equip you to practice as social worker with individuals, families, groups and communities in a range of settings and roles. While the program prepares you for social work practice in Australia, your learning is situated within an international comparative approach that recognises that practice is not limited by the national context.

Through your completion of two supervised professional practice placements you will consolidate your learning and integrate theory and practice across the range of social work practices. A capstone experience based on an individually negotiated professional project will enable you to bring together your practice experience and research skills to contribute to critical assessment of practice directions and innovations in the many fields of practice in which social workers are employed. This capstone project (HWSS2212- Professional Project) will enable you to synthesize and integrate your knowledge, connect theory and practice and demonstrate your holistic achievement of the program learning outcomes.

On completion of the program you will be eligible to apply for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers. You will also be prepared to pursue research and scholarship at a higher degree level. 

Successful completion of this program provides a pathway into a PhD.

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Articulation and pathways

Upon successful completion of this program you may be eligible to undertake further studies in related programs at RMIT University subject to each program’s entry requirements. More specifically, you may be eligible to undertake further studies in postgraduate research programs.

If you have undertaken higher qualifications (AQF 8 or 9) you may be able to apply for credit. These instances will be assessed on individually and are dependent on the qualification, program undertaken and GPA.

If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (for example, through prior studies or work experience), you can apply for credit once you have enrolled in this program.

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Entrance requirements

You must have successfully completed an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) which includes at least one year of full time studies in social sciences (or equivalent).

Selection for Commonwealth Supported Places is competitive based on grade point average and professional experience.

To have your professional experience considered you must include with your application a CV and a personal statement detailing your relevant professional experience.

English language requirement

A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 7.0, with no band less than 7.0; or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English requirements web page.

Essential requirements for enrolment or graduation

Working With Children Check

Applicants 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 program.

Note: For placements undertaken interstate a valid WWC Check is required for that state.

National Police Record Check

Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this program.

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Applicants 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 program.

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External accreditation and industry links

The Master of Social Work is accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) http://www.aasw.asn.au

This program is an entry qualification into the social work profession and has been designed to meet the Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards.

The program is informed by regular consultations with a Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) whose membership is drawn from the human services industry.

All accredited social work programs require students to undertake 140 days of professional field education (work integrated learning) which are offered in a range of human service agencies. All placements are supervised by a social worker eligible for membership of the AASW.

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Student expenses and charges in addition to fees

Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees.  Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.

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Library, IT and specialist resources

Library resources and services

RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases.One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service. Find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.

Online learning tools and content

You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit

Services available to you as a student at RMIT University

RMIT University provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:

  • transition to tertiary study and learning
  • study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
  • enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
  • career development and employment
  • living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
  • opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
  • opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance

We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

You can find more information at www.rmit.edu.au/students

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