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Earn a master's degree that makes an impact on industry or community development – in just one year. Victoria University's Master of Research Practice honors your previous qualifications, enabling faster graduation.
By recognizing your honours (or equivalent) degree, this program requires only two core units in research ethics and project design, letting you start your thesis earlier. It's one of several tailored master's programs designed for graduates with diverse academic backgrounds.
Program benefits
VU's innovative Master of Research Practice enables students to conduct and complete a supervised research project at master's level (AQF 9). The program features introductory coursework units that explore a) research process expectations and b) relevant disciplinary specializations. Structured milestones provide ongoing support to ensure high-quality, timely research submission.
Upon completion, graduates will be able to:
Exhibit deep knowledge of core principles and contemporary discussions in research ethics;
Understand applicable national regulations and institutional policies governing research conduct;
Recognize ethical considerations specific to their research field;
Evaluate solutions for ethical challenges in their area of study;
Articulate and justify ethical positions relevant to their research project; and
Enhance advanced academic writing and presentation skills.