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Bachelor of Design in Interior Architecture

Bachelor

City, City campus
The Bachelor of Design in Interior Architecture helps students to re-imagine interior environments and public spaces in local and global contexts.
Duration
3 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
79.00%

Bachelor of Design in Interior Architecture Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation

Bachelor

City, City campus
With a strong emphasis on creativity and technology, the Bachelor of Design in Interior Architecture is the first university program of its kind in Australia.
Duration
4 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
79.00%

Master of Social Work

Masters (Coursework)

Gold Coast
This professional qualifying postgraduate program provides you with a social work qualification that allows entry into the profession. It is specifically designed for graduates holding degrees with some social and behavioural science components.
Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Master of Social Work, a student must hold a relevant three-year degree in a related field (other than social work)* which includes at least one year of full-time studies in social sciences (studies of the individual and society) or equivalent.

* This includes programs in human services, social sciences, behavioural sciences, counselling and psychological sciences.

As the number of applicants may exceed the Commonwealth Supported Places available in the program, selection for admission is competitive and will be based upon past academic performance and the relevance of previously completed tertiary studies and work experience. To be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place, applicants are required to submit past academic transcripts and a curriculum vitae. You also have the opportunity to provide additional supporting documentation (personal statement of up to 500 words plus supporting evidence) if you consider that your past GPA was adversely impacted by significant circumstances such as poverty, homelessness, mental or physical ill-health, or family violence. If you are not successful in gaining a Commonwealth Supported Place, you may be eligible for a Fee-Paying Postgraduate place.

Duration
2.5 years full-time, 3.5 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$23,500 per year / $58,750 total
International Tuition Fees
$29,500 per year / $73,750 total
Graduate Satisfaction
93.10%

Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

Masters (Coursework)

Berwick, Ballarat - Mt Helen
Hear from our students
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
87.30%

Master of Social Work (Research)

Masters (Research)

Mildura, Melbourne, Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo
This course requires you to complete a research program in social work, to attend research seminars and submit a thesis on an approved subject.
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
87.00%

Master of Social Work

Masters (Coursework)

Perth
This course prepares beginning social work practitioners for employment in local, State and international human services agencies. This is for students with any undergraduate degree who would like to pursue a professional qualification in social work....
Entry Requirements
Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for 2025

To be considered for admission an applicant must have:

  • a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA
  • the equivalent of a UWA Weighted Average Mark of at least 60 per cent, calculated by UWA
  • a current Australian National Police Certificate, or equivalent certification, indicating no criminal convictions. The currency of a National Police Certificate is 12 months.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for 2025

To be considered for admission an applicant must have:

  • a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA
  • the equivalent of a UWA Weighted Average Mark of at least 60 per cent
  • a current Australian National Police Certificate, or equivalent certification, indicating no criminal convictions. The currency of a National Police Certificate is 12 months. (Please note: eligible applicants can meet this requirement after an offer has been made)
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent;
and
(c) a current Australian National Police Certificate, or equivalent certification, indicating no criminal convictions. The currency of a National Police Certificate is 12 months.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent;
and
(c) a current Australian National Police Certificate, or equivalent certification, indicating no criminal convictions. The currency of a National Police Certificate is 12 months.
Ranking and Selection Process
Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
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Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

English language requirements

The ELC requirement may be satisfied by:

At least two successful years of full-time or equivalent degree studies undertaken in one of the following countries:

  • Australia
  • New Zealand
  • United Kingdom
  • Republic of Ireland
  • United States of America
  • Canada (except Quebec)
  • South Africa, where studies are taught and assessed in English.

OR

A valid IELTS (Academic) minimum score of 7.0 overall with at least 7.0 in each section.

To be considered for the MSW, ELC must be satisfied by the application closing date.


English language requirements
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
83.90%

Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying)

Masters (Coursework)

Townsville, Cairns, Online
Make a real difference with social work and expand your career opportunities in this professionally accredited course, recognised by the Australian Association of Social Workers.
Entry Requirements

AQF level 7 bachelor degree in a relevant discipline other than Social Work that includes a minimum of 1 year full-time study in social and behavioural sciences; or equivalent

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$8,948 per year / $17,896 total
Graduate Satisfaction
76.50%

Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying)

Masters (Coursework)

Gold Coast
Social workers can be a lifeline for people facing difficulties related to financial, medical, mental health or relational circumstances. This course enables you to develop the skills, knowledge and values to become a strategic, ethical and reflective social work practitioner.
Intake Months
Mar, Oct
Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
International Tuition Fees
$26,800 per year / $53,600 total
Graduate Satisfaction
96.30%

Master of Social Work

Masters (Coursework)

Albury-Wodonga, Mildura, Shepparton, Melbourne, Bendigo
La Trobe's Master of Social Work is for graduates of other disciplines who wish to move into social work from a related area.
Intake Months
Feb
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$33,600 per year / $67,200 total
International Tuition Fees
$33,600 per year / $67,200 total
Graduate Satisfaction
87.00%

Master of Social Work - Qualifying

Masters (Coursework)

Kelvin Grove
Develop expertise in casework, assessment and intervention, and graduate with an internationally recognised qualification in social work.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

You must have a completed recognised bachelor degree and have passed one year (8 units) of full-time studies in social sciences such as:

  • studies in society
  • human development
  • education
  • human services
  • law
  • media and communication
  • nursing
  • psychology
  • sociology
  • urban and regional planning.

This course is not designed for students who already have a bachelor degree in social work.

Overseas qualifications

QUT will consider equivalent overseas qualifications for admissions purposes. If you have tertiary qualifications from countries where English is not the standard language of instruction you must provide evidence of English language proficiency.

We also recognise not all overseas social work qualifications will meet the professional requirements to gain membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). We will consider applications from overseas qualified applicants for this course.

If you are a qualified social worker in your country of residence you should also contact the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) to determine any study you may need to undertake to be eligible for membership in Australia. This assessment may indicate that you won't need to complete the full two years of study and you may be eligible for some credit for prior learning (advanced standing) towards your study.

English language proficiency

We require students to demonstrate they can speak write read and comprehend academic English to a specified standard.

Our English proficiency requirements for this course are:

  • IELTS (Academic): 7.0 or better overall with no subscore below 7.0
  • PTE: 65 or better overall with no subscore below 65
  • TOEFL (IBT): 98 or better overall with listening and reading subscores of 24 or better a writing subscore of 27 or better and a speaking subscore of 23 or better
  • Cambridge English Score: 185 or better overall with no subscore below 185

The test must have been completed within 2 years prior to the proposed course start month.

Selection ranks

You will be considered solely on the basis of selection ranks from your prior degree studies plus any postgraduate studies you may have undertaken. Other qualifications and experiences may be allocated selection ranks for entry to other QUT courses but will not be considered for this course.

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Adjustments to your selection rank

Any adjustments you receive to your selection rank will be applied to this course.

Find out if you're eligible for an adjustment to your election rank

Entry requirements

You must have a completed recognised bachelor degree with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale) that includes the equivalent of at least one year of full-time studies in social sciences for example:

  • studies in society
  • human development
  • education
  • human services
  • law
  • media and communication
  • nursing
  • psychology
  • sociology
  • urban and regional planning.
Note

This course is not designed for students who already have the equivalent of a Bachelor in Social Work. However QUT recognises not all overseas social work qualifications will meet the professional requirements to gain membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and will consider applications from overseas qualified applicants for this course.

Applicants who are qualified Social Workers in their country of residence should also contact the AASW to determine the study they may need to undertake to be eligible for membership in Australia. This assessment may indicate that it will not be necessary for you to complete the full two years of study and you may be eligible for some advanced standing towards your study.

Intake Months
Feb
Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
ATAR
93
Graduate Satisfaction
83.30%

Master of Social Work overview

Completing a masters in social work will provide you with the tools for a vast range of more specialised roles in social work. This qualification is necessary if you're interested in higher level management, program and policy development and delivery and research roles. A masters is also a prerequisite for a Doctor of Social Work.

Employment options

A masters in social work will open the doors for many more advanced roles in the social work field, such as a researcher, facilitator, project manager, manager or therapist in the healthcare sector, child services, disability services and the justice system. A master’s degree is well-sought after qualification and will help secure interviews with most social work employers

Scholarships and funding

There are a number of scholarships available to students taking a masters of social work. Generally more superior academic performance is a primary focus as to whether you are a suitable candidate for a scholarship. There is also Austudy available, if you are interested in undertaking this course, but you will need to contact Centrelink before enrolling to find out whether you are eligible for these payments.

Prerequisites and selection process

To enrol in a masters in social work you will need to have studied and successfully completed the related undergraduate degree. For acceptance into the course, a higher level of academic performance will make it easier to gain entry. Early enrolment is also a good idea to help ensure you gain a place.

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