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.

Structure

Credit Points 144

Subjects

SWSP9901 Advanced Research Methods in Social Work Part 1
SWSP9902 Advanced Studies in Social Work Part 1
SWSP9903 Advanced Theory and Practice in Social Work Part 1
SWSP9904 Research Paradigms in Social Work Studies Part 1
SWSP9907 Advanced Research Methods in Social Work Part 2
SWSP9908 Advanced Studies in Social Work Part 2
SWSP9909 Advanced Theory and Practice in Social Work Part 2
SWSP9910 Research Paradigms in Social Work Studies Part 2
SWSP9905 Doctor of Social Work Thesis (full-time) (96 points)
SWSP9906 Doctor of Social Work Thesis (part-time) (96 points)

Standard entry requirements

The degree of Bachelor of Social Work of this University with first or upper second class honours, or equivalent as recognized by the Faculty or
The degree of Master of Social Work (by coursework and dissertation) of this University with Distinction or High Distinction, or equivalent as recognized by the Faculty or
The Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work of this University with a weighted average mark of at least 70 per cent, or equivalent as recognized by the Faculty or
The degree of Master of Advanced Social Work of this University, or equivalent as recognized by the Faculty or
The degree of Master of Arts (Social Work) of this University, or equivalent as recognized by the Faculty and
The equivalent of at least two years full-time post-qualified professional practice experience.