Course overview
Master of Social Work (Qualifying) is a postgraduate (master's) course in nursing & allied health at Excelsia University College in Sydney, Australia. It takes 2 years full time (96 credit points); on campus, with intakes in Not stated on the course page; ask Excelsia.
Excelsia University College is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Excelsia University College (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | Sydney, Australia |
| Course | Master of Social Work (Qualifying) |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Nursing & Allied Health |
| Duration | 2 years full time (96 credit points); on campus |
| Tuition per year | A$21,680 (≈ ₹14.1 lakh) |
| Intakes | Not stated on the course page; ask Excelsia |
| English requirement | IELTS 7.0 with no band below 7.0, or PTE Academic 65 with no score below 65 |
Interested in Master of Social Work (Qualifying)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is A$21,680 a year, about ₹14.1 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly A$43,360 (≈ ₹28.2 lakh) before any yearly increase.
Course page shows A$10,840 per semester and A$43,360 total tuition for international students; A$43,360 ÷ 2 years full time = this yearly figure. The 2027 fee schedule lists the same total
Living costs for Australia as a whole: A$29,710–40,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Graduate employment
94.5%
Full-time employment rate
Job roles
- Social worker
- Family support worker
- Education mental health practitioner
- High intensity therapist
- Community development worker
- Youth worker
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Save the Children
UNICEF
Red Cross
World Vision
Oxfam
HCA Healthcare UK
The Salvation Army
NHS
Bupa
Nuffield Health
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Excelsia University College for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7 equivalent) from an approved university for the MBA, Master of Professional Accounting and Master of Community Services and Youth Work.
- Master of Counselling: a relevant degree such as psychology, social work or education, an admission interview, a police check and a Working with Children authorisation.
- Master of Social Work (Qualifying): a relevant bachelor's degree with at least one year of study in the social and behavioural sciences, a police check and a Working with Children authorisation.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 7.0 with no band below 7.0, or PTE Academic 65 with no score below 65.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS (most bachelor's degrees) | 6.0 overall with no band below 6.0. |
| IELTS (MBA, accounting and community services Masters) | 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0. |
| IELTS (counselling and social work Masters) | 7.0 overall; no band below 6.5 for counselling and 7.0 for social work. |
| PTE Academic | 50 for IT and early childhood degrees; 58 to 65 for the counselling, community services and social work Masters. |
| Study in English | Some business course pages accept certified evidence that secondary schooling or a year of tertiary study was in English. Check the course page. |
Intakes
This course starts in: Not stated on the course page; ask Excelsia.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in AustraliaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Australia, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Completed online application form
- Academic transcripts and certificates (Class 12, and degree for postgraduate study)
- English test results taken within the last two years
- Police check and Working with Children authorisation for counselling, community services and social work
- Overseas Student Health Cover for the full visa period
About Excelsia University College
Excelsia University College is a small, not-for-profit Christian higher education provider in Sydney. It is registered with TEQSA in the University College category and teaches business, IT, counselling, social work, education, music, drama and screen production. Its campus is in Pennant Hills in Sydney's north, and it works in partnership with Indiana Wesleyan University in the US.
Indian students look at Excelsia for lower-cost degrees in business, accounting and IT, and for Masters in counselling, social work and community services. Classes are small and the ethos is Christ-centred. Excelsia is not in world university rankings.
Similar courses
Nursing & Allied Health courses at other universities in Australia
- Master of Social Work (Qualifying)ACAP University College2 years full time (6 trimesters) · A$34,941 / year
- Master of Nursing (International)IHM Australia2 years full time; on campus in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane or Perth · A$24,000 / year
- Master of Social Work (Qualifying)Ikon Institute of Australia2 years full time; Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney · A$29,352 / year
- Master of Nursing PracticeMonash University2 years · A$47,400 / year
- Master of Nursing (Graduate Entry)Southern Cross University2 years · A$37,000 / year
- Master of Nursing ScienceThe University of Melbourne2 years (full time) · A$44,000 / year
More courses at Excelsia University College
- Master of Professional Accounting2 years full time (96 credit points); on campus · A$18,750 / year
- Master of Business Administration1.5 years full time (72 credit points); blended · A$16,800 / year
- Bachelor of Information Technology3 years full time (144 credit points); on campus with some online content · A$16,400 / year
- Bachelor of Business (Accounting)3 years full time (144 credit points); on campus · A$16,667 / year
- Bachelor of Management and Entrepreneurship3 years full time (144 credit points); on campus · A$16,633 / year
- Master of Counselling2 years full time (96 credit points); on campus · A$22,300 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Master of Social Work (Qualifying) at Excelsia University College?
The tuition for international students is A$21,680 a year (about ₹14.1 lakh). Course page shows A$10,840 per semester and A$43,360 total tuition for international students; A$43,360 ÷ 2 years full time = this yearly figure. The 2027 fee schedule lists the same total. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Master of Social Work (Qualifying)?
The course takes 2 years full time (96 credit points); on campus.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 7.0 with no band below 7.0, or PTE Academic 65 with no score below 65. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: Not stated on the course page; ask Excelsia. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.