The Master of Applied Arts and Humanities (Research) is a full-time or part-time course which sees you working with highly qualified researchers with strong industry connections on a research thesis or creative project. Fields you can choose to explore include: communication, journalism, creative writing, culture and heritage, industrial design, visual communication design, architecture, landscape architecture, TESOL/FLT or international studies.

You will develop a deep knowledge of recent developments in your chosen area, as you work to produce a research thesis of up to 60,000 words, or a non-traditional research output, such as a creative work or design which addresses a research question plus accompanying critical essay. This unique and flexible degree encourages multidisciplinary research that mirrors the dynamic nature of today’s professions and aims to give you a creative edge in your future career. As a Higher Degree by Research (HDR), this course is covered under the Australian Government's Research Training Program (RTP) funding model, which provides a fee offset for domestic students for the standard duration of the course.

Study a Master of Applied Arts and Humanities (Research) at UC and you will:

receive structured training in research methods
exhibit advanced knowledge of research principles and skills appropriate to one or more fields
be part of an exciting community of researchers and research students in a dynamic and diverse faculty
articulate your findings to your research and industry peers
demonstrate an ability to communicate with the community of researchers within UC and the professions to create opportunities for research cooperation.

Career opportunities

Academic
Arts policy analyst
Creative writer
Filmmaker
Digital artist
Cultural heritage professional