Master of Philosophy (Culture and Society) at Western Sydney University

Turn your passion for helping people and addressing social and community issues into a rewarding career with accredited qualifications in social work. As a social worker, you'll play a key role in developing a society based on social justice and in alleviating disadvantage. Social workers stimulate action to change the social circumstances of individuals and groups who are socially excluded. They also work to reduce personal pain and distress and provide direction for individual development and control over life situations. The 2 year full-time program is particularly suited for new graduates looking for a clearly defined career path as a social worker, or people working in human services wanting to upgrade their skills to become a qualified social worker. As part of the core courses, you'll complete advanced practice in counselling, community development, or child and family welfare. You'll undertake 1,000 hours of supervised practical placements in a variety of organisations including not-for-profit, community service organisations and private practice. This program is accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and will enable you to qualify as a social worker and become a member of the AASW. Program highlights Learn from award-winning educators and leaders in teaching and research. Benefit from a program created in consultation with professionals in the field. Develop your skills and experience through supervised practical placements in organisations including not-for-profits, community service organisations and private practices. Launch your career in social work or upgrade your existing experience in human services to become a qualified social worker, accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers.