Master of Applied Science (Research)
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    Master of Applied Science (Research)

    University of Canberra
    University of Canberra
    Australia
    Australia, Canberra
    University Rank:#404
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    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 40,700 / year(s)

    Master of Applied Science (Research)

    About

    Apply your science knowledge to a research project of your choice

    If you are a science or applied science graduate and wish to further develop your research skills, then this is the course for you. The Master of Applied Science (Research) presents you with an opportunity to undertake independent research in a specialised area with expert supervision. This two-year full-time course has two study routes, and you can choose to complete it via a mixture of coursework and thesis, or thesis only.

    As a Higher Degree by Research (HDR), it is covered under the Australian Government's Research Training Program (RTP) funding model, which provides a fee offset for domestic students for the standard duration of the course. On completion of the program, you can either continue with postgraduate research study in the form of a PhD, or confidently seek employment in a range of areas both nationally and internationally, such as government and private industry laboratories, or across natural and environmental services.

    Study a Master of Applied Science (Research) at UC and you will:

  • have access to expert staff supervision in applied and health science, including: human physiology, immunology, microbiology, toxicology, drug analysis, pharmacology, forensic science and neuromuscular co-ordination
  • have access to resource and environmental science expertise in the fields of: vegetation and wildlife ecology, freshwater ecology, conservation biology, wildlife genetics, environmental chemistry, geomorphology, micro-meteorology, geographical information systems, and resource and environmental management
  • be assigned a supervisory panel and primary supervisor to act as a mentor
  • receive support and skills development to plan and undertake research.

    • Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible for admission applicants must have:

    a. an Honours degree in science (at H1 or H2A level) or the equivalent in a relevant professional field; or
    b. a bachelor degree in science or applied science with above average performance; or
    c. a bachelor degree followed by a graduate diploma in applied science; or
    d. an Honours degree in science at H2B or H3 level and evidence of a capacity for conducting research at the Masters level.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).

    Career

    Career opportunities

  • Research scientist
  • Research assistant
  • Research officer
  • Research associate
  • Policy officer
  • Science communicator

    • Fee Information

    How to Apply

    If you’re an international student applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree, you can apply directly to UC using our online application portal or through an agent from our international agent network.

    Choosing UC for a student exchange or study abroad program

    If you’re an international student currently enrolled at an overseas university and you’d like to study at UC on a student exchange or study abroad program, you also need to apply through UC’s online application portal.

    International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia

    You should apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) if you're an international student in your final year of secondary school and studying any of the following programs in Australia:

    • an Australian Year 12
    • the International Baccalaureate
    • the New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3.

    Master of Applied Science (Research)

    University of Canberra

    University of Canberra

    Australia

    Australia, Canberra

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