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Master of Family Studies

Overview

Overview

family-studiesThe University of Newcastle’s Master of Family Studies is a newly developed program designed for students looking to advance their career opportunities in family study fields.

The program has been designed to enhance your theoretical and practical knowledge in core areas including family studies and cultural diversity, equipping you with the necessary expertise to pursue leading roles in family work based positions.

The Master of Family Studies can be either structured as a general program or with a specialisation in one of the following areas:

  • Family Dispute Resolution (Attendance at face to face workshops in Newcastle is required)
  • Relationship Counselling (Attendance at face to face workshops in Newcastle is required)
  • International Family Studies
  • Working with Men and Fathers.

As a graduate you will be qualified to effectively support families in areas such as dispute resolution, counselling, disability and drug and alcohol abuse. Skilled and highly educated workers in this area of expertise are essential. The Master of Family Studies will prepare you with these skills, ensuring you are equipped to deal with the complex issues that arise in varied cultural, social and political contexts.

Our advanced online learning system provides you with the flexibility and support to study anytime, anywhere to balance work, life and study. You can achieve your fully accredited Master of Family Studies at a time that suits you.

Explore this page and find out if the Master of Family Studies is for you, what you will study and the career opportunities it can provide you.

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Program and Fee Summary

Master of Family Studies - Domestic Student

Note: this Program and Fee Summary is intended to provide an overview of the Program Requirements. It is the prospective Students responsibility to investigate the Program and Enrolment Terms and Conditions carefully prior to applying.

Program Code #12277
Program Schedule Semester or Trimester
Location Online
Number of Courses 8 or 12 (depending on entry level qualifications)
Average Course Cost $1,440

Note: The course cost is averaged over a standard program. Refer to the Domestic Fee Schedule for details on fees for specific course costs.

Average Program Cost $17,330

Note Average cost is for a standard program. Total cost will depend on specific courses completed within your program of study. Refer to the Domestic Fee Schedule for details on fees for specific course costs.
Next Intake Semester 2, 2013
Application Closing Date 12/07/2013
Next Start Date 29/07/2013

Master of Family Studies - International Student

Note: this Program and Fee Summary is intended to provide an overview of the Program Requirements. It is the prospective Students responsibility to investigate the Program and Enrolment Terms and Conditions carefully prior to applying.

Program Code #12277
Program Schedule Semester or Trimester
Location Online
Number of Courses 8 or 12 (depending on entry level qualifications)
Average Course Cost $2,800

Note: The course cost is averaged over a standard program. Refer to the International Fee Schedule for details on fees for specific course costs.

Average Program Cost $33,580

Note Average cost is for a standard program. Total cost will depend on specific courses completed within your program of study. Refer to the International Fee Schedule for details on fees for specific course costs.
Next Intake Semester 2, 2013
Application Closing Date 12/07/2013
Next Start Date 29/07/2013
CRISCOS NA