Master of Science
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    Master of Science

    Griffith University
    Griffith University
    Australia
    Australia, Southport
    University Rank:#268
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    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 32,162 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026
    Master of Science

    About

    The Master of Science is a two-year full-time program providing graduates with the opportunity to undertake advanced study and research. This program is designed to provide you with a thorough training in applied scientific research and methodology and will also prepare you for higher degree studies and professional employment. The program consists of both theoretical and practical coursework, as well as a research dissertation. You will complete advanced coursework prior to completing the research component.

    The coursework will provide a critical evaluation of research and presentation, develop your knowledge and understanding of statistical analyses techniques as applied to scientific research, and develop an awareness of research proposal design and background. You will have the opportunity to develop a research proposal including aims, methodology and a literature review.

    You will undertake a major research project under the supervision of one of our leading researchers. The program has ten different majors aligned to the discipline strengths of the School, including Applied Mathematics, Archaeological Science, Biomedical Science, Bioscience, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Food Security, Forensic Science, Marine Science and Physics.

    The degree will be assessed through coursework, research project performance, thesis and seminar.

    Industry and expert connections

    Griffith has a proud history of leading the way across scientific research. As a student of the Master of Science, you'll have access to leading experts from a range of respected Griffith research centres, including the Australian Research Centre for Human Evolution, Australian Rivers Institute, Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics and the Quantum and Advanced Technologies Research Centre.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible for admission to this program, a student must hold:

    • a Bachelor of Science within a relevant science discipline (Applied Mathematics, Archaeological Science, Biomedical Science, Bioscience, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Forensic Science, Marine Science, Physics) with a GPA of 5.0 or better.

    In addition to the academic qualifications required for candidature as described above, the following criteria need to be satisfied:

    Applicants are required to find a suitable supervisor and have their research project approved. Students may find the Griffith Experts website a useful resource to this end. Students requiring assistance in finding a suitable supervisor and developing a research proposal should contact the Program Director.

    Applicants to this program are not eligible to apply for a Griffith University Postgraduate Research Scholarship (GUPRS) or Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship.

    The following University policy will apply to Higher Degree Research (HDR) programs:

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English.

    All Higher Degree Research (HDR) applicants are expected to have reached an appropriate level of proficiency in English. International applicants must provide documentary evidence of their English Language Proficiency (ELP). Further, there may be occasions when a Head of Element or Dean feels it is appropriate to seek confirmation of ELP from applicants for whom there is no formal requirement to provide evidence of ELP (for example, Australian citizens or applicants with permanent resident status whose tertiary studies were not conducted in English or International applicants who have undertaken some studies in English). Full documentary evidence in support of English proficiency must be submitted with applications for candidature.

    The minimum English Language proficiency requirements for applicants to Higher Degree Research (HDR) programs are as follows:

    Only in-person tests are accepted.

    English test results must be no more than two years old prior to the commencement of the program.

    Applicants should be aware that these test scores are the minimum scores required by Griffith University for most disciplinary areas and that some elements may require higher levels of proficiency.

    An applicant may be exempted from the requirement to provide an ELP test score if the applicant's tertiary level studies were completed within the specified timeframe and in one of the countries listed in the University's Admission Schedule: English Language Proficiency.

    An applicant may also be exempted from the requirement to provide an ELP test score if the applicant has completed at least two years full-time work experience in an English speaking professional work environment or has successfully completed the Griffith English Language Institute (GELI) Direct Entry Program (DEP) in accordance with the requirements as specified in the University's Admission Schedule: English Language Proficiency.

    The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students.

    Career

    This program will provide students with advanced cutting-edge theoretical knowledge in their chosen area together with the practical and research skills necessary for employment in the industry and/or research laboratories.

    For information about potential employment and career pathways as a Master of Science graduate, please visit the Research Graduate Outcomes website.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    32,162 / year
    Application Fee 50

    How to Apply

     

    1. Choose the degree

     

    At Griffith we offer hundreds of study options. Our study website will help you find the best degree for you.

     

    2. Entry requirements

     

    Check you meet the academic and English language entry requirements in the Degree finder.

     

    Consider a pathway option if you don’t meet the direct entry requirements.

     

    3. Check if you are eligible for credit

     

    If you have existing formal qualifications or relevant work experience, you may be eligible to receive credit which will reduce the duration of your study.

     

    To apply, provide details of your previous qualification or work experience in the ‘credit for previous study’ section when you submit your application. You may be required to supply detailed course outlines of your previous qualification(s) in English.

     

    4. Prepare supporting documentation

     

    Prepare supporting documentation including:

     

    • a certified* copy of your academic results (translated into English if applicable)

    • a certified* copy of your English test results (if available) and

    • if you are applying for a music or visual arts degree you may need to submit a portfolio of work, or audition (see individual program for details)





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    Sponsored students must also supply documents confirming:

       

    *To certify your documents, a Justice of the Peace or other public notary—lawyer, policeman, solicitor, embassy official—must see your original documents, and sign and stamp the copies for you.

     

    5. Apply

     

    Apply online or through an international registered recruitment representative.

     

    If you are currently studying at an Australian high school you may apply through QTAC.

     

    Application dates

     

    We recommend you apply for undergraduate and postgraduate programs by:

     

    • 31 January (to start Trimester 1)

    • 3 June (to start Trimester 2)

    • 30 September (to start Trimester 3).





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    You must allow enough time for your visa application to be processed, to allow you to arrive in time for Orientation. Some programs have different application closing dates. Check if this applies to your program on the 

     

    Track your application

     

    If you applied online, login to our International Application System.

     

    If you applied through an agent, check with your registered Griffith agent or provider.

     

     

    Master of Science
    Griffith University
    Griffith University
    Australia

    Australia, Southport

    Go to Official Website