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Victoria University (VU)

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Master of Arts

  • Masters (Coursework)

Build on your knowledge in the arts and further your career prospects. VU's Master of Arts develops your specialist knowledge and opens doors to opportunities in your area of interest and passion.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
HRAT, 052707A

About this course

During your postgraduate study, you'll undertake a research project of your choice in the humanities, social sciences or creative arts.

You will make a valuable contribution to social knowledge, and improve your job prospects with professional skills that are sought after by employers in the sector.

This course requires a thesis on an approved subject, carried out under the supervision of both your principal supervisor and co-supervisor.

Our lecturers are renowned in their respective industries and draw on their wealth of experience to bring their teaching to life. They will also share their insights on managing research projects, presenting papers to international conferences and publishing academic journals and books.

Upon graduation, you'll have gained advanced knowledge in one or more disciplines and will have the technical, creative and intellectual skills for further study of a PhD or professional doctorate, or to pursue work as a research assistant.

Study locations

Footscray Park

Career pathways

Career opportunities include:

  • management-level positions in industry or government
  • research in government laboratories, research institutions or in industry
  • commissioning editor for a specialist academic journal
  • presenting at conferences
  • employment with a university conducting research
  • visiting key international research institutes.

Course structure

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).

Credit for prior study or work

Use our credit calculator to find out how much credit you could get towards your course, based on your previous study.

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.