Entry requirements for the Master of Advanced Social Work (Research)

1. To be considered for entry, you must have completed:

a) a qualifying Australian Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent within the last ten years with a grade point average of 75% or above

AND

b) eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers

AND

c) two years of documented professional social work practice.

Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection.

2. In ranking applications, the selection committee will consider:

• prior academic performance and, if relevant, professional qualifications;
• performance at interview;
• understanding of the research question to be explored;
• motivation and capacity to complete the course in a timely manner;
• relevant prior research and/or professional experience; and
• referee reports.

3. The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Academic Board rules on the use of selection instruments.

English Language Criteria

All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. Please see the Graduate English language requirements page for more information.