Masters (Research)
You'll be supported by a large community of academic staff with experience conducting research projects, presenting papers to international conferences, and publishing academic journal articles and books.
Our position in the west of Melbourne offers unique opportunities for collaborative research. We have strong connections with community, healthcare and arts organisations, as well as local and national government departments.
During your masters study, you'll expand and develop specialist knowledge and demonstrate independent thought, while undertaking an original thesis.
You'll also improve your career prospects in a competitive field by highlighting your ability to research, write, manage projects, and think critically and logically.
Masters graduates are prepared for a wide range of roles in government or the public service, community and non-government organisations and media.
Our graduates often go on to work in the following areas:
Career options with this qualification vary greatly depending on discipline. Example annual salaries for potential jobs in Australia are (via Job Outlook):
The standard duration of a Masters Degree (Research) is two years of full-time study or part-time equivalent, although in certain circumstances the degree may be completed in eighteen months.
In some cases the student may be required to complete approved coursework units such as laboratory skills or research design as part of the Masters Degree (Research).
If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.
Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course chair or academic adviser.