Master of Arts (Social Science) by Research
Pursue advanced research in humanities and social sciences with a flexible, supervisor-guided Master's program.
Best for:Best for graduates in humanities or social sciences seeking a flexible, research-focused Master's degree under academic supervision.
Overview
The Master of Arts (Social Science) at the University of Wollongong is a research-based postgraduate program designed to help students extend their specialization beyond their undergraduate degree. Offered through the campus in Malaysia, the program enables candidates to design a flexible course of study tailored to their specific research interests and career aspirations. Learning is conducted primarily through close consultation with an academic research supervisor. Applicants are expected to meet specific academic prerequisites or demonstrate relevant professional experience prior to admission.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent academic research under the guidance of an appointed research supervisor
- Define a specialized research focus aligned with personal career aspirations and academic interests
- Engage in regular consultative sessions and progress reviews with the research supervisor
- Synthesize undergraduate knowledge into advanced postgraduate research outputs
Requirements
Degree required: Undergraduate degree in a relevant field
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Ability to undertake independent academic research
- Strong foundation in humanities or social sciences disciplines
- Capability to formulate and pursue specialized research interests
- Minimum CGPA of 2.75 in undergraduate studies
- CGPA between 2.50 and 2.74 subject to institutional approval
- CGPA between 2.00 and 2.49 with a minimum of 5 years of working experience in the relevant field, subject to institutional approval
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How to apply
Interested applicants should review the admission criteria and submit their application through the official university portal or website. Ensure all academic transcripts and supporting documentation regarding your undergraduate CGPA and work experience are included.
- Academic transcripts
- Undergraduate degree certificate
- Proof of work experience (if applicable)
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