Overview

Massey University’s prestigious Doctor of Social Work (DSW) is designed to advance your social work and social development knowledge at local, national and international levels.

Is the DSW the same as a PhD?

No. A PhD seeks to make a contribution to theory and knowledge generally, while a DSW seeks to make a contribution to practice, policy or social work knowledge.

The DSW consists of a combination of four courses (Stage 1) and a 65,000 word research thesis (Stage 2).

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

A suite of four 900-level courses (120 credits). A minimum grade of B+ must be earned in each course before students can progress to the next course. Students are permitted to re-enrol only once in a course.

A thesis investigation that makes a significant contribution to knowledge and understanding in professional social work.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Palmerston North, New Zealand

Disciplines

Social Work

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

have been awarded or qualified for a Master of Applied Social Work or Master of Social Work, or an equivalent social work qualification including a research component, with the award of First Class or Second Class Division I honours

have sufficient background and good standing in professional social work to satisfy the Doctoral Research Committee you have the capacity to successfully undertake the programme.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

21820 NZD / year

≈ 21820 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

8065 NZD / year

≈ 8065 NZD / year

Living costs

Palmerston North

New Zealand

1100 - 2100 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Social Work.

Available Scholarships

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Overview

Is the DSW the same as a PhD?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Palmerston North

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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