Why study social work at CDU?
Study Social Work with us and make a real difference to local communities, families and individuals, or in the humanitarian aid industry abroad. You'll gain knowledge and skills through placements, intensive units and theoretical knowledge, and graduate as a culturally competent specialist ready to create change.
- #4 Australian university for undergraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2023)
- #3 in Australia for social work starting salaries (GUG 2023)
Entry requirements
Admission requirements are met by one of the following:
- Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.
- Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
- Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
- Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
- Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.
- Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course.
- Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
- Defence members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:
- Navy: Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading Seaman
- Air Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, Corporal
- Army: Private, Lance Corporal, Corporal
International applicants who have completed the CDU Foundation Studies Program; and
achieved a minimum mark of 65% in Foundation English A; and
achieved a minimum mark of 75% in Foundation English B;
IELTS Academic Module- A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no score below a 6.5 in reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) -A minimum overall score of 176 with no skill below 176.
Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency Test not accepted for this course.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module-A minimum overall score of 58 with no score less than 58 in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT)- A minimum overall score of 79 with a minimum writing score of 22.
Fees and scholarship
International tuition fees
The annual tuition fee for full time study in 2024 is AUD $27,640.00. This equates to $ $3,455.00 per 10 credit point unit (0.125 EFTSL).
These fees are subject to increases annually, effective at the start of each calendar year.
We offer an exciting and generous range of scholarships to support international students coming to study at CDU from around the globe. Our scholarships reward high-achieving students with outstanding academic accomplishments and who contribute to the potential to make a positive impact on the world.
