Program Summary
Program Overview
Admission Requirements
Notes
Enquiries
Program Summary
Award Abbreviation: MA
Degree Type: Higher degree by
research program
Mode of Study: Internal or
external
Duration: 1 year minimum, 2 years maximum
full-time; 2 years minimum, 4 years maximum part-time
Fee Type: Domestic fee-paying places,
international fee-paying places
Commence: Students can apply and
start throughout the year, subject to program requirements
Program Code: AR801
CRICOS Code: 026642G
Program Overview
The program objectives of the Master of Arts are to:
- develop research skills to facilitate problem-solving and decision-making
- contribute to the body of knowledge in the broad areas of study in which the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences specialises
- foster the development of advanced research skills
- encourage the ability to critically review literature and case studies
- develop high-level written and oral communication skills, and
- provide an environment for intellectual, professional and personal growth
Admission Requirements
Candidates for the award of Master of Arts are normally required to hold a Bachelors degree with at least second class honours Division 1 from a recognised higher education institution.
Applicants who have completed a Bachelors degree and have achieved by subsequent work and study a standard equivalent to at least second class honours Division 1 may also be considered. In exceptional cases applications may be considered on the basis of other evidence of general and professional qualifications as approved by the Graduate Studies Sub-Committee.
Notes
- Prospective applicants wishing to undertake a Master of Arts will need to find a suitable supervisor by contacting the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
- For further information, refer to the Rules for the Degrees of Master of Arts, Master of Business, Master of Information Technology and Master of Science.
- Refer to the research areas for the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
Enrolment and Fees
- In any semester, full-time enrolment comprises 0.500 EFTSL. *
- In any semester, part-time enrolment comprises 0.250 EFTSL. *
- The census date for withdrawal without financial penalty or academic penalty is the Semester 1 or 2 census date.
- Candidates pay full tuition fees.
* EFTSL - Equivalent Full-Time Student Load. One year of full-time study equates to 1.000 EFTSL
Enquiries
Faculty of Arts and Social
Sciences
Associate Professor Pam Dyer
Dean
Tel: +61 7 5459 4474; Fax: +61 7 5430 2880; Email: dyer@usc.edu.au
Office of Learning Teaching and
Research
Research Support Officer
Tel: +61 7 5459 4526; Fax: +61 7 5430 1111; Email: btoon@usc.edu.au