Master of Arts (Research)
A research-focused Master's programme designed to foster advanced inquiry and original contributions in the creative arts.
Best for:Best for creative arts graduates seeking to develop advanced research skills and produce an original contribution to their field.
Overview
The Master of Arts at the University of the Sunshine Coast is a research-based postgraduate programme that empowers students to produce an original contribution to their chosen field. Participants engage in rigorous intellectual development, refining their advanced research skills and critical analysis of literature and case studies. The curriculum emphasizes the enhancement of problem-solving and decision-making capabilities within a supportive academic environment. This programme is ideal for individuals seeking to advance their professional and personal growth through dedicated scholarly inquiry.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research to produce an original contribution to the field.
- Develop and apply advanced research methodologies appropriate to creative arts.
- Critically review and synthesize existing literature and relevant case studies.
- Engage in rigorous problem-solving and decision-making processes.
- Participate in academic discourse and professional development activities.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) with a GPA of 5.0 or higher, or a Bachelor Honours degree (AQF Level 8) Class IIB.
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English proficiency as required by the university for international students.
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated capacity for independent research.
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in academic writing and literature review.
- Hold a Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) with a GPA of 5.0 or higher.
- Alternatively, hold a Bachelor Honours degree (AQF Level 8) Class IIB.
- Equivalent professional research experience may be considered by the Research Degrees Committee.
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How to apply
Interested applicants should visit the official university programme page to review specific admission requirements and submission procedures. Applications are processed through the university's formal postgraduate admissions portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
- Research proposal (if applicable)
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