The Master of Social Work (MSW) is a professional degree designed for individuals with undergraduate backgrounds in social work or related human service fields. It aims to enhance your knowledge and skills for advanced practice in social services. The program is available in full-time and part-time modes, typically completed in one or two years respectively. The curriculum is structured around integrative, concentration, and elective courses, totaling 30 units. Students can choose to specialize in either Youth Work or Mental Health Practice.
La Trobe's Master of Social Work program equips you with the skills and knowledge to transform a passion for social justice into a rewarding career. Whether you are advancing in your current profession or starting a new path, this degree will provide hands-on expertise to support individuals and communities in need. You will learn from leading academics who are specialists in fields such as addiction, mental health, child and family welfare, and disability. The curriculum covers essential areas like human rights, law and ethics in social work, social policy analysis and advocacy, working with individuals, families, and groups, and program design and evaluation. The program is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as a Level 9 Master's Degree.