Master of Arts

The Master of Arts Degree by Research is a program of supervised research and study leading to the submission of a thesis which makes a contribution to knowledge. The program is governed by the Program Rules for Masters Degrees by Research, which provide details regarding all aspects of admission, progression, submission and examination of the thesis. Consultation with the university will assist you to determine eligibility for admission, to identify the proposed areas of research and to ascertain the availability of suitable supervisors.

CQUniversity offers Masters Degree by Research programs in the areas of communication and media studies, human welfare studies and services, language and literature, law, master of arts, political science and studies and studies in human society.

What am I studying?

A research higher degree is a program of supervised research and study leading to the preparation of a thesis.  The holder of a research higher degree will have submitted a thesis which examiners have declared to have provided a contribution to knowledge and demonstrated the candidate's capacity to carry out independent research.

The Masters Degree by Research is a program of supervised research and study leading to the submission of a thesis which makes a contribution to knowledge. The program is governed by the program rules for masters degrees by research, which provide details regarding all aspects of admission, progression, submission and examination of the thesis. Consultation with the University will assist you to determine eligibility for admission, to identify the proposed areas of research and to ascertain the availability of suitable supervisors.

Why Study at CQUniversity

CQUniversity offers programs in humanities, psychology and social sciences in the areas of arts, professional communication, social work, psychology and human services.

These programs are dynamic and diverse, providing a solid basis for a range of career options. Our programs assist in developing your critical-thinking skills, oral and written communication techniques, research ability and capacity for further independent study.

Work experience and practical projects have also been integrated into many of our programs to ensure that your learning is relevant to your chosen career and provides you with the skills you will need in the workforce.

Our lecturers and academics are leaders in their respective fields and bring a wealth of practical knowledge and real-life experience from which you can learn. Our programs have been designed as a way to launch your career or to allow you to pursue specialist postgraduate studies and higher research degrees, which are also offered at CQUniversity.

Entry Requirements

You may be considered for admission to candidature for the Masters degree if you:

• hold an honours degree from the University or any other approved institution in a relevant discipline; or

• hold a three (3) year undergraduate degree and a graduate diploma at a high level of academic performance in a relevant discipline; or

• hold a three (3) year undergraduate degree at a high level of academic performance in a relevant discipline, plus a minimum of one year's relevant work experience; or 

• hold a three (3) year undergraduate degree with a credit level Grade Point Average (GPA); or

• hold a four (4) year undergraduate degree at a high level of academic performance; or

• hold an alternative qualification deemed by the Panel to be of equivalent scope and standard.

If you hold only a pass degree, and who do not satisfy any of those criteria specified above, you will be required to undertake a Masters qualifying/enabling program, normally of one (1) year's (full-time) duration, as specified in the University's resolution on Masters qualifying programs.

Career Opportunities

A higher degree by research is usually required for an academic career or a professional career in research.  In addition, many discipline-specific employers recognise the skills developed through research degree are applicable in the workplace.

Program Structure

Discipline-specific course codes are allocated according to the faculty and discipline in which you undertake your research in.  Within each course code, provision is made to identify the mode of attendance as full-time, or part-time.  Mode of attendance shall be determined at admission or re-enrolment.

Areas of Study

• Communication and Media Studies
• Human Welfare Studies and Services
• Language and Literature
• Law
• Master of Arts
• Political Science and Studies
• Studies in Human Society

Course Information

For example courses you could study as part of the Master of Arts program please click here.

As CQUniversity is committed to providing quality, up-to-date and relevant education, please note courses are refreshed regularly and may not be an exact indication of course availability for your study. Please call 13CQUni 13 27 86 if you have specific questions regarding course information regarding your specific application.