Master of Arts (Thesis Only)
Pursue advanced humanities and social sciences research through a dedicated 30,000-word thesis at The University of Melbourne.
Best for:Best for humanities and social sciences graduates seeking an advanced research master's degree focused entirely on thesis writing.
Overview
The Master of Arts (Thesis Only) at The University of Melbourne allows graduate students to investigate a specialized topic within the humanities and social sciences through independent research and critical analysis. Candidates produce a 30,000-word thesis that makes an original contribution to their chosen academic discipline. The university provides comprehensive research training support, including workshops, seminars, and specialized coursework leadership programs. Applicants must work closely with a prospective supervisor and complete a rigorous independent investigation of a coherent hypothesis.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research and analysis within a chosen humanities or social sciences discipline
- Develop and defend a coherent hypothesis supported by rigorous academic evidence
- Write a 30,000-word thesis making an independent contribution to existing scholarship
- Participate in university-provided research training workshops, seminars, and coursework leadership programs
- Engage regularly with supervising faculty members and incorporate feedback into research outputs
Requirements
Degree required: Four-year honours degree or a master's degree in a relevant discipline with a substantial research component
Degree offered: Master Degree (By Research)
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated experience in academic research and analysis within humanities or social sciences
- Ability to formulate and argue a coherent scholarly hypothesis
- Advanced academic writing and communication proficiency
- Secured endorsement from a prospective faculty supervisor
- Must hold a four-year honours degree with a substantial research component (at least 25% of one year of full-time study) and a minimum weighted average of 70% in final year subjects, with at least 75% for the research component; OR a master's degree with equivalent research weighting and grades; OR equivalent professional experience and qualifications deemed suitable by the selection committee
- Must have obtained the endorsement of a prospective supervisor
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How to apply
Prospective applicants must first secure the endorsement of a prospective supervisor before submitting an application through the university portal. Ensure all required academic transcripts and research documentation are prepared prior to submission.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of prior research component
- Supervisor endorsement
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