Social work

Why study social work online at Flinders?

Our online postgraduate social work courses teach you to analyse, implement and evaluate social welfare policies and services. More than that, we aim to foster imaginative, flexible thinking that engages with the community and recognises wider social, cultural, economic and environmental contexts.

Social work contributes to a more just society.

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International students

Fast facts

achieve your career goals through applied degrees with strong industry links

immerse yourself in our professionally accredited postgraduate degrees

study at a pace (and place) that fits in with your lifestyle

develop a diverse range of skills including social planning in our online social work degree

undertake the same coursework as on-campus students with greater flexibility than ever before

gain access to a range of support services wherever you are

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Applications for online postgraduate courses at Flinders are made through the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC). Apply now.

How to apply

Apply via SATAC

Postgraduate social work courses online

Master of Social Work (Graduate Entry)**

**20 days of intensives to be undertaken

Graduate Certificate in Loss, Grief and Trauma Counselling

Fees and financial assistance

You won’t have to pay your fees up front if you an Australian citizen or holder of a permanent humanitarian visa. You can get a FEE-HELP loan for your student contribution portion of your uni fees.

FEE-HELP information

^{Note: FEE-HELP loans are not available to international students.}

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Online student support

Flinders online students have access to an extensive support network, with learning support, financial assistance, career services, and more, readily available. This includes:

Advice for study and assignments, plus extended library support hours during the semester.

Free online resources including readings and journals – with no need to buy textbooks.

Access to our IT helpdesk, as well as a range of software downloads and computer tutorials.

Free and confidential counselling service available online or over the phone.

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Why study postgrad online?

Fit study around your lifestyle with Flinders University's flexible and convenient online study options. As a distance education provider for over 30 years, studying online at Flinders gives you access to leading researchers, academics and dedicated online student support. We're committed to helping you fit study around your lifestyle, no matter when or where you are.

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