190203 v.5 Master of Social Science

Introduction

This research course is designed for those intending to complete an extended piece of original research under the supervision of a staff member with interest and expertise in the subject area of research.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) or postgraduate diploma in a social science discipline from a recognised Australian tertiary institution. Prospective students are expected to have the equivalent of first or upper second class honours.

Duration and Availability

The course is by research and normally requires one to two years full-time or equivalent part-time study. This course is only offered where adequate supervision can be provided within the School of Social Sciences. In exceptional circumstances it may be possible to arrange joint supervision with academic staff outside the School. Prospective students are advised to consult the Deputy Head, Graduate Studies, Department of Social Sciences, to ensure that supervision is available in the area of their research proposal. The course is available to both full-time and part-time students.

Course Organisation

This course is studied as a research degree. The content of the degree should be determined in consultation with the Deputy Head, Graduate Studies, Department of Social Sciences. Students without prior studies in research methods and statistical data analysis will be required to undertake relevant preparatory units. This will increase the stated course duration.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Special Note

It is a requirement that two-thirds of this course is undertaken by research and only one-third by coursework. Students should not enrol in this research degree to receive a related Postgraduate Diploma but rather have undertaken it as a requisite for admission.

Availability

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.