Entry Requirements

To enrol in this course, you’ll need to meet one of the following academic requirements. If you’re unsure, a course advisor can help you assess your eligibility.

  • To be eligible for the University of Tasmania's (UTAS) Master of Social Work (Research), applicants typically need a Bachelor Honours degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of a second-class lower standard and a minimum research component, or a Master's degree (coursework) or Graduate Diploma with a minimum research component. Additionally, English language proficiency, as demonstrated by an IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0, is generally required.
  • IELTS Overall 7, listening min. 6.5, Reading min. 6.5, Writing min. 6.5, Speaking min. 6.5
  • TOEFL IBT Overall 94, listening min. 20, Reading min. 20, Writing min. 26, Speaking min. 26
  • PTE 65

Career Outcomes

  • counsellor
  • psychotherapist
  • youth worker
  • social worker
  • community educator
  • welfare worker
  • mediation facilitator
  • private practitioner
  • family counsellor
  • relationship counsellor
  • rehabilitation counsellor
  • financial counsellor
  • school guidance counsellor
  • trauma specialist counsellor
  • drug and alcohol counsellor
  • bereavement counsellor.