Study Master of Research (Arts) at Macquarie University in Australia, Faculty of Arts
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Master of Research (Arts)

Australia

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What will I learn?

High-quality research lays the foundation for cutting-edge innovation, technological advancement, economic growth and knowledge expansion. In the fields of arts and social science, such research has deepened our collective understanding of global challenges such as inequality, poverty, human rights, cultural preservation, and conflict and violence. Today, ongoing research continues to provide unique insights and perspectives around cross-disciplinary issues such as climate change, corruption, health inequity and food security.The Master of Research in Arts is a unique postgraduate research training degree that will equip you to complete a PhD within three years, if further research is your goal. With mentoring from experts in your field, you’ll specialise in research preparation and focus on a specific research topic at the sub-discipline level to deliver a 20,000-word thesis. The degree also provides a strong background for employment in a range of national and international non-academic settings.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Arts

CRICOS

115562K

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
A$37,100.00 (US$ 24,450) per year
Accommodation- Studio Room - 519 Weekly rate (per person)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2027

Venue

North Ryde Campus

4–6 Eastern Road, Macquarie University,

Sydney,

New South Wales,

2109, Sydney, Australia

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
A$37,100.00 (US$ 24,450) per year
Accommodation- Studio Room - 519 Weekly rate (per person)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2026

Venue

North Ryde Campus

4–6 Eastern Road, Macquarie University,

Sydney,

New South Wales,

2109, Sydney, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

2 yearsStandard Entry RequirementsThe Master of Research (MRes) is Macquarie University's two year (equivalent full-time) research training pathway program to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Master of Philosophy (MPhil).The Master of Research equips students with intensive research preparation before beginning doctoral study. The minimum requirement for admission to an MRes degree is:Bachelor or higher award from a recognised institutionMinimum overall GPA of 4.38 on a 7 point scale and GPA of 5.25 at 300 levelA research proposal (a short paragraph is sufficient).A high level of English language proficiency.Recognition of Prior LearningYou may be eligible for admission directly into the second year of the Master of Research if:You hold an honours degree or,A masters degreeYou may apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL) up to 80 credit points. If you are seeking direct entry into Year 2 of the program with RPL, please select the MRes course on your application. You will be required to provide a more detailed research proposal (approximately 1 page describing your proposed project).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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