Program Overview
The Social Research at Australian National University is a Master programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Social Research programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 36,720 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 25,728 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Canberra, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Research programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Culture and Development
- Gender and Cross-Cultural Perspective
- Social Impact Assessment: Theory and Methods
- Directed Readings in Culture, Health and Medicine
- Qualitative Methodologies for Health Research
- Perspectives on Culture, Health and Medicine
- Population Projections and Dynamics
- Digital Humanities: Theories and Projects
- Issues in Development Policy
- Quantitative Policy Impact Evaluation
- Health Policy in a Globalising World
- Principles of Social Policy
- Fundamentals of Epidemiology
- Interest Groups, Advocacy and Public Policy
- Applied Time Series Analysis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 5/7.
- \xc2\xa0Applicants with a Bachelor Degree or Graduate Certificate in a cognate discipline may be eligible for 24 units (one semester) of credit.
- \xc2\xa0Applicants with a Graduate Diploma or Honours in a cognate discipline may be eligible for 48 units (one year) of credit.
- All applicants must meet the University\xc2\x92s\xc2\xa0English Language Admission Requirements for Students
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 36,720 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 25,728 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 36,720 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 25,728 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Australian National University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Australian National University
Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Australian National University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-12-17
- Start Date 2018-02-20
- Language English
- Duration 24 months