Complete a Master of Research in 18 months in a broad range of disciplines. This program is tailored to graduates with a related bachelor degree, or an honours degree in a different discipline.
During your Master of Research at Victoria University, your study will be individualised according to your academic background. You'll gain crucial skills in research ethics and project design. Then you'll either study further research methods, or a disciplinary component relevant to your research. On passing the units with a 70% average, you’ll begin your own research in a field of personal passion and interest.
For your original thesis, you'll receive expert guidance from leading researchers within our 'Sustainable industries and liveable cities' research group, which includes:
VU also offers exceptional opportunities for research into Indigenous history and society, in our Moondani Balluk research unit.
In your chosen area of research – as diverse as arts, business, computer science, education, engineering, economics, science, law, and sociology – you'll address important contemporary issues such as:
Further opportunities exist to complete a Masters of Research in the Institute for Health & Sport.
When assessing your application, we consider your educational achievements and work experience, as well as your skills and personal attributes (where relevant).
Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a related course or unit(s). We call this a ‘pathway’.
You may also be eligible for course ‘credits’, where you are granted a unit or units towards your qualification for equivalent previous study or work experience, so you can graduate sooner.
A masters degree is increasingly important for a professional career. The Master of Research will ensure you are prepared to enter the competitive job market.
This course could lead to a career as researcher or academic tutor, and prepare you for a senior role in a number of specialist fields.
You'll have the experience and confidence to take a leading position in a range of fields related to your discipline:
