Leadership in Social Work

Postgraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
SOWK 6004
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Course ID
202804
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Campus
Online, Magill
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Soc Work and Soc Car
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Course level
6
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
No
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course will develop students’ ability to critically analyse and provide leadership in the social work and human service context. Students will critically engage with concepts of ethical leadership and the distinction between leadership and management in the human service context. Students will develop the reasoning and technical skills to demonstrate research informed practice in the management of people and relationships, in the creation of positive workplace cultures, in identifying and resolving conflict, and in generating and managing change. Students will develop the skills and understanding required to practice effectively in interprofessional settings and contexts. 

Prerequisite(s)

  • must have completed SOWK5004 Social Work Practicum 1

Corequisite(s)

  • If the following course has not already been completed THEN must be enrolled in SOWK6005 Social Work Practicum 2

Antirequisite(s)

  • must not have completed WELF5103 Leadership in Social Work at the University of South Australia
Degree list
The following degrees include this course