Master of Social Work

MSW

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Duration

1 year full-time

Entry times

First day of any month

Pathways

Pathways include:

  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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Duration

1 year full-time

Entry times

First day of any month

Pathways

Pathways include:

  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Apply Now Got a Question? Check your eligibility

Download Brochure

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Overview

The Master of Social Work degree requires candidates to complete a thesis on a full or part-time basis. The MSW is particularly aimed at practitioners with specialist practice, supervisory, management, or policy analysis and development responsibilities.

The programme of study and research can be designed to meet your professional needs and interests.

The degree may be awarded with Distinction or Merit.

UC also offers the Master of Social Work (Applied) involving taught coursework.

Contact us

For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Social Work.

For study planning help, contact Tauwhiro Hapori | Department of Social Work.

Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Arts
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury
Private Bag 4800
Christchurch 8140
New Zealand

Phone +64 3 369 1470
Email socialwork-admin@canterbury.ac.nz