Are you planning a career in social work, hoping to find a way to extend you stay in Australia or looking for a pathway to permanent residency (PR) in Australia? Through XL Education, your trusted free education agent in Australia, you can stay updated on the latest university courses that align with your career goals and migration plans.
One standout option is the University of Wollongong’s (UOW) new Graduate Certificate in Public Health (Social Work Pathway). This program is ideal for degree holders without a background in Social Sciences who want to become accredited social workers in Australia.

Graduate Certificate Key Features:
- Name: Graduate Certificate in Public Health (Social Work Pathway)
- Duration: 6 months full-time or 1 year part-time
- Mode: Fully online or in-person (Liverpool campus)
- PR Pathway: Went combined with the Master of Social Work (Qualifying), graduates are eligible to work as social workers, a profession listed on the 189 Skilled Independent visa list.
- Further Study Options: Also provides a direct entry pathway to the Master of Public Health

Entry Requirements
Entry requirements are simple. Firstly, you need to have a recognised bachelor’s degree and an IELTS Academic score of 7.0 (minimum of 7.0 in all subcategories). However, if you do not reach these English requirements XL Education can help you for free. In fact, we can provide support with your application to English for Tertiary Studies, the University of Wollongong’s official English program.
If you’re interested in this program, make sure to contact us for a free consultation today.
