Master of Arts (By Research)
Victoria University (VU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00124K; 02475D
Build on your knowledge in the arts and further your career prospects. VU’s Master of Arts develops your specialist knowledge and opens doors to opportunities in your area of interest and passion. During your postgraduate study, you'll undertake a research project of your choice in the humanities, social sciences or creative arts. You will make a valuable contribution to social knowledge, and improve your job prospects with professional skills that are sought after by employers in the sector. This course requires a thesis on an approved subject, carried out under the supervision of both your principal supervisor and co-supervisor. Our lecturers are renowned in their respective industries and draw on their wealth of experience to bring their teaching to life. They will also share their insights on managing research projects, presenting papers to international conferences and publishing academic journals and books. Upon graduation, you’ll have gained advanced knowledge in one or more disciplines and will have the technical, creative and intellectual skills for further study of a PhD or professional doctorate, or to pursue work as a research assistant.
Structure
Research Thesis (Arts Based) (Full-Time) Credits48Research Thesis (Arts Based) (Part-Time) Credits24
Standard entry requirements
- Academic achievement and preparation to a level that is sufficient to undertake masters level research demonstrated in any one or more of the following:Qualified, at minimum, for a bachelors degree at a standard considered by the University to be sufficiently meritorious (normally Distinction average in the final year)
- OrQualified for any other award judged by the University to be of a relevant and appropriate standard and have:Produced evidence of professional experience
- AndFulfilled any other conditions relating to prerequisite studies which the University may impose.
