š¤ Social Work ā Study Social Work in Australia
š Overview
Social Work is a deeply meaningful and PR-eligible Allied Health professionĀ that focuses on helping individuals, families, and communities overcome challenges and improve wellbeing.Graduates from AASW-accredited (Australian Association of Social Workers)Ā programs can apply for membership and skills assessment, opening direct eligibility for Permanent Residency (PR)Ā in Australia.
š§© Popular Courses
Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)
Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Bachelor of Human Services ā Master of Social Work Pathway
š” All accredited courses include compulsory field placements to ensure graduates gain professional experience in real community and healthcare settings.
š PR Pathways
Assessing Authority:Ā AASW (Australian Association of Social Workers)
Occupation Code:Ā ANZSCO 272511 ā Social Worker
Eligible Visa Pathways:
485 Graduate Visa (Post-Study Stream)
189 Skilled Independent Visa
190 State Sponsored Visa
491 Regional Skilled Visa
Social Work remains one of the most stable and high-demand occupations on Australiaās Medium and Long-Term Skilled Occupation List (MLTSSL).
š° Tuition Fees
Bachelorās Degree:Ā from AUD $34,000 ā $42,000 per year
Masterās Degree:Ā from AUD $36,000 ā $48,000 per yearDuration:Ā 4 years (Bachelor) | 2 years (Master)
š£ļø English Language Requirements
To qualify for AASW membership and AHPRA registration equivalency:
IELTS Academic:Ā Overall 7.0, with no band below 7.0
or TOEFL iBT:Ā 94 overall (Writing 27, Speaking 23, Reading 24, Listening 24)
or PTE Academic:Ā 65 overall (no band below 65)
These scores are required for both university admission and AASW skills assessment for migration purposes.
š©āš¼ About the Program
Social Work courses combine theory, policy, counselling, and field educationĀ to prepare students for careers in community services, hospitals, and government organisations.Students complete 1,000+ hours of supervised fieldworkĀ to meet AASW accreditation standards.
š« Explore Partner Institutions
Institution | Description | Link |
University of Queensland (UQ) | Offers AASW-accredited Bachelor and Master of Social Work programs with strong research and placement support. | Visit UQ Social Work |
Griffith University | Focused on practical learning, diversity, and community engagement through strong placement partnerships. | Visit Griffith Social Work |
QUT (Queensland University of Technology) | Provides flexible entry options and hands-on social work training for international students. | Visit QUT Social Work |
šÆ Why Choose Social Work in Australia
ā PR-eligible through AASW skills assessment
ā High demand in hospitals, NGOs, and government agencies
ā Hands-on experience through 1,000+ placement hours
ā Meaningful, people-focused career with global recognition
