Doctor of Social Work

The University of Western Australia (UWA)

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00126G

The Doctor of Social Work is a research-based and research-driven advanced course for qualified social workers committed to their continuing professional education.Working with an expert researcher on your chosen project, you can gain high-calibre research skills and experience and achieve a significant, original work.

Standard entry requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—(a)(i) the degree of Bachelor of Social Work of this University with first or upper second class honours, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty
Or(ii) the degree of Master of Social Work (by coursework and dissertation) of this University with Distinction or High Distinction, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty
Or(iii) the Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work of this University with a weighted average mark of at least 70 per cent, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty
Or(iv) the degree of Master of Advanced Social Work of this University, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty
Or(v) the degree of Master of Arts (Social Work) of this University, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty
And(b) the equivalent of at least two years' full-time post-qualified professional practice experience.