Master of Research
A research-focused master’s degree offering supervised study and thesis submission for advanced academic contributions.
Best for:Best for graduates with an honours degree or equivalent experience seeking to conduct original research in business, health, humanities, or sciences.
Overview
The Master of Research at CQUniversity Australia is a supervised research programme designed for students seeking to advance their knowledge through an original thesis. This degree is ideal for those who wish to engage deeply with a specific discipline, contributing new insights to their field. The programme is governed by strict academic guidelines covering admission, progression, thesis submission, and examination. It caters to applicants with diverse academic and professional backgrounds, including honours graduates, undergraduate students with relevant experience, and those with equivalent qualifications. The focus is on independent research, ensuring graduates develop strong analytical and scholarly skills.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research under academic supervision to produce an original thesis.
- Develop and refine research questions and methodologies aligned with academic standards.
- Submit a thesis that makes a meaningful contribution to knowledge in your chosen field.
- Engage with academic guidelines for progression, submission, and examination processes.
- Present research findings and defend the thesis in an examination setting.
Requirements
Degree required: One of the following: honours degree in a relevant discipline, three-year undergraduate degree with a graduate diploma, three-year undergraduate degree with relevant work experience, three-year or four-year undergraduate degree with a credit-level GPA, completion of CQUniversity Graduate Certificate in Research with distinction, or equivalent qualifications/experience.
Degree offered: Master of Research
Language: English proficiency; IELTS or equivalent (specific score not mentioned in source)
Instruction: English
- Ability to conduct independent academic research
- Strong writing and communication skills for thesis preparation
- Familiarity with research methodologies and academic conventions
- Commitment to meeting academic progression and submission deadlines
- Applicants must meet one of the specified degree or experience criteria.
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
- No age limits or prior experience caps beyond those implied by degree requirements.
Funding & terms
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How to apply
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Applicants must submit an application through the official CQUniversity portal, providing academic transcripts, a research proposal, and any additional documents required for eligibility verification. The application process is governed by the university’s admission guidelines for the Master of Research degree.
- CV or resume
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s and/or Master’s)
- Research proposal or statement of intent
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
- Letters of recommendation (if required)
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