Master of Social Work (Professional)
24 monthsProgramme duration
41,594 NZDTuition Fee/year
08 Dec, 2025Application Deadline
MarStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Social Work
Degree
MSW
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
This programme is designed for those who want to become a qualified social worker. If you already hold a bachelors degree with study in a relevant discipline such as social science, sociology, psychology, health science or human services then this programme can offer you a two-year pathway into the profession.
You will gain essential knowledge and understanding of the values, theories and interventions that underpin social work practice. The programme will teach the skills to be a critical and reflective practitioner who is able to contribute to any field of social work practice.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Social Work
Degree
MSW
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
This programme is designed for those who want to become a qualified social worker. If you already hold a bachelors degree with study in a relevant discipline such as social science, sociology, psychology, health science or human services then this programme can offer you a two-year pathway into the profession.
You will gain essential knowledge and understanding of the values, theories and interventions that underpin social work practice. The programme will teach the skills to be a critical and reflective practitioner who is able to contribute to any field of social work practice.
Admission Requirements
You must have completed a bachelors degree in a relevant subject. Relevant subjects may include anthropology, education, gender studies, history, law, Māori studies, nursing, population health, psychology, sociology.
You will need a GPA of 5.0 or higher in at least 75 points in Stage III.
Entrance is subject to satisfactory police check/s, safety checks, interview and referees’ reports.
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