Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar & Shorter Thesis)
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    Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar & Shorter Thesis)

    University of Melbourne
    University of Melbourne
    Australia
    Australia, Melbourne
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    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 46,976 / Year

    Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar & Shorter Thesis)

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    Overview

    Challenge yourself through a degree that broadens your skill set and advances your career prospects. The Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar and Shorter Thesis) provides you the flexibility to pursue an area of humanities and social sciences that interests you. Produce a thesis (20,000-22,000 words) based on original research that reveals your awareness of the latest research and theoretical directions within your chosen discipline of humanities and social sciences.

    The University of Melbourne provides research students with specialist support, including workshops, seminars and coursework leadership programs. You will cultivate high-level research and writing skills, and study coursework elements that enhance your research training experience.

    Who is it for?

    If you want to develop specialised knowledge in one or more areas that interest you, the Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar and Shorter Thesis) will provide you with an advanced understanding of the major issues experienced in your chosen field.

    Usually undertaken over 18 months (full-time) or three years (part-time), successful completion of the Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar and Shorter Thesis) can act as a pathway to a Doctor of Philosophy – Arts degree. The Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences only accepts applications for Semester 1 commencement - there is no mid-year intake. You are expected to begin your degree by the first week of Semester 1.

    More information

    Please note: The Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar and Shorter Thesis) is currently available to those wishing to study in Philosophy only.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Minimum eligibility

    You’re considered an international student based on your citizenship – even if you're studying in Australia.

    Masters

    You must have completed an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) from a recognised institution. Most Masters degrees also require a minimum WAM (Weighted Average Mark)based on your previous studies for entry. You can use our graduate coursework grade conversion eligibility calculator to get an indication of whether you’re eligible for a specific Masters degree.

    Depending on your previous studies and experience you could also be eligible for credit towards your studies at the University.

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    Doctorates

    If you go on to a doctorate, you need to have completed an Honours and Masters degree in the relevant discipline. Additional qualifications and work experience is also taken into consideration.

    Go to Graduate research study for more information

    To find out about assessment and our admissions criteria, see How you're selected.

    Course-specific requirements

    Graduate coursework degrees may have specific interviews, portfolios and supplementary tests you need to do before you can be accepted into a degree.

    To find out about specific requirements, review the entry and application information for the course you're interested in to find out what these are.

    English Program Requirements

    English Language Criteria

    All domestic and international students studying at the University of Melbourne must satisfy the University of Melbourne English Language Entry Requirements. The minimum English language requirements for this course are Band 7. For further information, refer to the English language test scores required for the Faculty of Arts courses.

    In order to be eligible for consideration in any scholarship round, applicants must have met the English language requirements by the application closing date for that particular round.

    Career

    Career outcomes for the Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar and Shorter Thesis) allow you to take a step in the right direction. You will have a head start pursuing:

    • Higher research and academia
    • Consultancy
    • Managerial positions

    Graduates from this degree have worked at:

    • The University of Otago
    • Sinclair Knight Merz
    • Barwon Health Grace McKella Rehabilitation Centre

    Intended learning outcomes

    Upon completion of the Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar & Shorter Thesis), the graduate researcher will be able to:

    • demonstrate an advanced and integrated understanding of a complex body of knowledge that includes recent developments in one or more disciplines
    • independently investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply established theories to different bodies of knowledge or practice
    • demonstrate advanced knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the field of work or learning
    • independently design and execute a substantial piece of research that makes a contribution to knowledge within their field
    • disseminate research findings effectively in the professional arena
    • demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, research ethics and integrity.

    Graduate attributes

    For graduate attributes, refer to the Graduate Research Hub.

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    Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar & Shorter Thesis)

    University of Melbourne

    University of Melbourne

    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne

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