Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Edith Cowan University
Priority 1 (Fastest)
Sufficient school places|Visa Approval Time: 1-2 weeks for fast visa approval
Data updated: 2025-11-13
2026
- Total Tuition Fee78,000 AUD
- Fee Per Academic Year39,000 AUD
- Course Duration2.0 Year (104 weeks)
- Last Updated07-11-2025
Overview
Introduction
Social workers champion social justice, equality and human rights. They stand alongside individuals and communities to improve society’s overall well-being, especially for the most vulnerable populations.In this course, taught by highly qualified staff with practice experience, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills to pursue a career as a professional social work practitioner, able to work in Australia and overseas. It includes 1000 hours of supervised fieldwork placements to hone your craft.
Key Dates
2025
School Application Steps
Follow the process below, prepare materials in order, and track the progress of each stage.
- 1
Prepare Materials (School Application)
- Organize academic and language materials based on the list of target courses and schools.
- If the requirements are not yet met, you can apply for a language pathway program/packaged course (ELICOS/internal test) first.
- Name the electronic versions of documents uniformly (in English) for easy reuse in subsequent visa applications.
Documents for Adult Applicants
- 2
Briefing on School-Arranged Interview (if applicable)
- Submit application materials, including transcripts, passport, and English proficiency proof, to the State Department of Education.
- School review: The Department of Education recommends schools based on the student's situation, and the school arranges an interview after its review.
- Interview notification: An email will specify the interview time, method (usually Zoom or Teams), and preparation details.
- Interview content: A conversation in English including self-introduction, interests, academic situation, future plans, and a comprehensive assessment of learning habits, adaptability, reasons for coming to Australia, etc. The duration is approximately 15-30 minutes.
- 3
Submit School Application
- Submit the application through the school's official website or an agent's portal and pay the application fee (if any).
- Submit supplementary documents as required and track the admission progress (Conditional/Unconditional Offer).
- After meeting the conditions, pay the tuition deposit and complete the acceptance procedure (Accept Offer).
- 4
Obtain CoE and Arrange OSHC
- The school issues the CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment).
- Purchase/confirm OSHC to cover the entire visa period (including dependents, if any).
- 5
Visa Document Preparation (Subclass 500)
- Organize documents for finances, GTE, English proficiency, and medical examination, ensuring consistency with the chosen course.
- Check the letterheads, dates, translation formats, and certification requirements of visa documents.
Language Requirements
IELTS Score
PTE Score
2026 year(s)
Listening
7.0
Speaking
7.0
Reading
7.0
Writing
7.0
Overall
7.0
School Level
The school's visa assessment level determines the risk level for students applying for a visa and is a significant reference.
For example, if a school's visa assessment level is 2, the applicant will face more restrictions and be required to provide more written evidence, such as proof of language proficiency and financial capacity.
Course Campuses
- WA
Latest Course News
26/06/2025ECU Edith Cowan University update
ECU Edith Cowan University Update: Launch of Multiple New Courses: Courses Offered in the Second Semester of 2025 (Social Work, GD Early Childhood Education, Bachelor of Business Analysis) Introducing New Courses
- 30/04/2025
Edith Cowan College (ECC) now offers a brand new postgraduate preparatory course in social work
Exciting News: Edith Cowan College (ECC) now introduces a brand new Postgraduate Qualifying Program in Social Work (12 months, accepting any three-year undergraduate degree, IELTS 7 required for entry into the Master of Social Work)
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