OpenFieldMaster of Social Work (Professional Qualifying)
Two-year AASW-accredited professional master's degree preparing graduates for social advocacy, child protection, mental health intervention, and 1,000 hours of clinical placement.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree with at least one year of social or behavioral science coursework
- English language proficiency
- IELTS Academic 7.0 overall (minimum 7.0 in each band)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of purpose addressing AASW ethical standards
- Recommendation letters
- Two professional or academic references
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) accredited pathway
- Application fee
- AUD $250 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- AUD $21,500 per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 28, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Acknowledge Education documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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