Social Work in October

Alumni Craig Blandon is sitting and talking to a person with their back to the camera outdoors . Craig studied a Masters of Social Work at Southern Cross University.

Develop social work skills that create positive community change.

Looking for a career change into Social Work? Our postgraduate qualifications in social work can support your next move. 

Whether it's child protection, health, mental health, disability services, housing, youth work, aged care, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, community development or domestic violence services, Southern Cross University graduates are highly sought after. 

Apply now to study in October and join a university that's transforming tomorrow.

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“I chose the rural placement option as I knew it would push me out of my comfort zone and the learning experiences would be more diverse. I’ve met so many different and interesting people from all walks of life and I get to see and learn first-hand the barriers that the vulnerable people in this community face in accessing human service providers.”

Danyel Wallbridge Bachelor of Social Work student
Craig Blandon, social work, social welfare, alumni

Graduate Certificate in Social Sciences for Social Work

This course is an ideal pathway for graduates of disciplines other than social or behavioural sciences who wish to undertake the Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying) to become a social worker.

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Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying)

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.

If you hold an undergraduate degree in psychology, social sciences, social welfare, or related fields, the Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying) is accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers and meets the Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards (ASWEAS).  

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Why study Social Work at Southern Cross University?

Hands-on learning

Extensive on-the-job training and strong practical foundations

Global ranking

Global top 5% in Social Sciences.

(Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023)

Industry approved

Professionally accredited degrees

Apply now to start in October

Know what you want to study? Applications are now open, transform your tomorrow and begin uni in October. Applying is simple and free. 

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Open Day at Southern Cross University is a perfect opportunity to discover which courses spark your interest and the campus or study mode that works best for you.

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Turning it around: my career in Social Work

Jock Mackenzie is a Southern Cross Social Work graduate and a MERIT Case Manager at Tweed Hospital.

How to apply

Ready to take the next step in your higher education journey? Find out how you can apply to Southern Cross University.

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Scholarships

The University offers a wide range of scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

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Flexible online learning

Studying online may be the answer if you want to expand your skills, re-enter the job market, or want a complete career change.

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A better way to learn

We’re always looking for a better way to do things. That’s why we’re delivering our courses in six-week terms.

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