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Social Work

Educating and inspiring tomorrow’s social work leaders in practice, research and social justice.

We're part of the School of Primary and Allied Health Care.

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About us

For more than four decades, our world-renowned research and teaching have made their mark.

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Our courses

Whether you want to study our renowned Master of Social Work or ask world-changing questions in a PhD, you'll get great support.

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Research

We have an international reputation for research in key areas such as income security and the welfare state, child welfare and child protection, social work and community development, criminal justice, family violence, and gender.

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Field Education

Professional practice is your chance to learn on the job. You'll also make great contacts through our partnerships with government and non-government organisations.

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News

Read about our recent news, research breakthroughs and success stories.

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Meet our students

Our students give an insight into their course experiences and discuss why they love studying Social Work at Monash.

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Events and conferences

Learn more about our upcoming conferences and events

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Quick Links



  • Master of Social Work

  • Meet our Students

  • Staff

  • Overseas registration for Graduates

    • Contact us

    Department of Social Work
    School of Primary and Allied Health Care
    Monash University
    PO Box 197
    Caulfield East, Victoria 3145, Australia

    Current Students Enquiries
    P: +61 3 99026011
    or submit enquiry to ask.monash

    Future Students Enquiries
    P: 1800 MONASH (1800 666 274)
    or submit enquiry to
    E: register.monash.edu.au/enquiry/

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