Master of Applied Science

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A research degree is a unique opportunity to develop new skills, problem-solving abilities, and think logically, creatively and critically.

You can build upon the specialist knowledge you have and learn how to manage a research project.

  • develop problem-solving abilities
  • think logically, creatively and critically
  • improve your career prospects with skills that will make you competitive in your field

Be supported by academic staff with experience in research projects, presenting papers to international conferences and publishing academic journals and books.

The standard duration of a Masters by Research varies according to your qualifications.

If you have a three year undergraduate degree, the duration will be two years of full-time study or part-time equivalent. However, if you have an Honours degree in a closely related discipline, or have equivalent research experience, the standard duration is eighteen months of full-time study or part-time equivalent.

A thesis on an approved subject will be required. The research will be conducted under the supervision of your principal supervisor and co-supervisor.

Course Essentials

How to apply

We are currently accepting applications for this course.

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You can transfer into this course through our internal transfer process.

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Careers

Career opportunities include:

  • management-level positions in industry or government
  • research in government laboratories, research institutions or in industry
  • employment with a university conducting research
  • visiting key international research institutes.

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

Units and electives

The standard duration of a Masters by Research varies according to an enrolling student's qualifications. Where an applicant holds a three year undergraduate degree, the duration will be two years of full-time study or part-time equivalent. However, where an applicant holds an Honours degree in a closely related discipline, or has equivalent research experience, the standard duration is eighteen months of full-time study or part-time equivalent.

A thesis on an approved subject will be required. The research will be conducted under the supervision of the student's principal supervisor and co-supervisor. Further information is available from the Faculty of Arts, Education and Human Development Student Advice Officer, Research and Graduate Studies.

What's a unit?

A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.

Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take, and optional 'elective' units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.

Credits

Each unit is worth a set amount of study credits based on the amount of time you study. Generally, 1 credit is equal to 1 hour of study per week.

Admission Information

  • Mature: To obtain admission into the Master of Applied Science applicants must have attained, above average academic levels.

English language requirements

Find out if you meet the entry requirements, including English language and academic requirements.

Admission requirements in your country

Find out if you meet the minimum academic (international qualification) requirements to be eligible to apply for this course by reviewing the academic entry requirements listed by country.

How to apply for this course

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Information and fees listed above are for non-resident students starting the course in 2013. Fees are subject to approval and may change. In some courses students must buy equipment or clothing that they will need in the course. These equipment or clothing costs are not included in the course fees listed above and we recommend you seek advice from the relevant faculty.

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