Master of Social Work – MSW
Social Services
A course by
Massey University
Advance your social work career with Massey's Master of Social Work (MSW). Develop advanced research skills, deepen your knowledge of social work practice and theory, and prepare for senior roles in the social services sector.
NZ$10,652
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced social work research skills
Gain the ability to design, conduct, and apply research relevant to social work practice settings.
Critically analyse social work theory and practice
Extend your ability to critique contemporary theories, models, and approaches in social work, with an Aotearoa New Zealand focus.
About This Course
The Master of Social Work (MSW) is a thesis-based qualification for current social work professionals seeking to extend their knowledge and practice. Designed for those who hold a professional social work qualification, the programme supports advanced study of a specific aspect of social and community work, including research and theory in an Aotearoa New Zealand context. Coursework includes social work practice research, diversity and decolonisation, leadership, clinical supervision, mental health, and family-centred practice. Graduates will be equipped to take on leadership, management, education, and research roles across social service fields.
Course Content
- Advanced research methods in social work
- Mana Whenua social work theories and practice
- Tangata Moana social practice, policy, and action
- Social diversity and professional practice
- Contemporary social issues and practice theories
- Advanced professional practice and skills
- Whānau and family-centred practice
- Mental health, addictions, and social work
- Clinical supervision theory and practice
- Leadership, management in human services
- Social policy theory and analysis
- Thesis research project (90 or 120 credits)
Entry Requirements
A Bachelor of Social Work or Bachelor of Social Work with Honours or equivalent qualification, or
Build towards these roles
Senior social work rolesSocial work educationManagement of social service agenciesPolicy analysisSocial work research
Build skills in these industries
Social servicesHealth and community servicesGovernment and iwi/Pacific organisations
