Master of Arts (Thesis only)

University of Melbourne

Australia, Melbourne

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University of Melbourne

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

080604J

Application Fee

AUD 154

Campuses

Parkville

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines

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Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 46,976 / year

Master of Arts (Thesis only)

About

Overview

Challenge yourself in a degree that broadens your skillset and advances your career prospects. The Master of Arts (Thesis Only) lets you showcase your ability to present and argue a coherent hypothesis on your chosen issue, as supported by research and analysis.

Enjoy the flexibility to pursue an area of humanities and social sciences that interests you. You’ll write a thesis (30,000 words) to apply your specialist knowledge to and make an independent contribution to existing scholarship in the discipline. The University of Melbourne provides research students with 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 (Thesis Only) provides 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 (Thesis Only) can act as a pathway to a Doctor of Philosophy – Arts degree. The Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences (GSHSS) 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 School of Social and Political Science is not considering applications for the Master of Arts (Thesis Only). The intakes into Anthropology, Criminology, Development Studies, Political Science and Socio-Legal Studies have been suspended until further notice.

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 (Thesis only) allow you to take a step in the right direction. You'll have a head start pursuing:

Higher research and academia
Consultancy
Managerial positions

Intended learning outcomes

Upon completion of the Master of Arts (Thesis only), 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.