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Master's Degree Full Time

Master of Digital Humanities

at Australian National University · Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

CRICOS course code

117466E

CRICOS provider code

00120C

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$53,110 total

Per year

A$53,110/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Digital Humanities at the Australian National University in Canberra is an innovative programme that bridges cutting-edge digital technologies and traditional humanities scholarship. This one-year master's degree develops students' analytical, technical, and critical thinking skills to explore culture, history, literature, and society through digital methods. Coursework commonly explores digital research techniques, data visualisation, digital archiving, and the ethical dimensions of digital humanities scholarship. Students learn to use digital tools to critically interpret and present humanities data, contributing to both academic discourse and public understanding.

The programme is structured according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) standards for a master’s degree, typically comprising a series of units of study that accumulate credit points necessary for completion. Learning is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, practical labs, and independent research. A capstone project, which may involve a substantial digital humanities analysis or a research thesis, allows students to apply and consolidate their skills in a real-world or research-led context. The course format suits both recent graduates from humanities or IT backgrounds and professionals seeking to deepen their expertise at the intersection of technology and the humanities.

Enrolling at ANU, students benefit from the university’s strong research connections and engagement within Canberra's academic and policy communities. While this field does not require specific professional accreditation, the skills developed are highly transferable and meet the evolving demands of Australia’s digital and cultural sectors. International students may work up to 48 hours per fortnight during their studies and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-completion, supporting further employment or research opportunities in Australia. For detailed admission requirements, including recognised English proficiency, applicants should refer to the official university or CRICOS resources.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.
International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

  • Digital humanities specialist in cultural or research organisations
  • Digital archivist or collections manager in galleries, libraries, archives, and museums
  • Data analyst or visualisation expert for humanities projects
  • Digital content strategist for media or public sector institutions
  • Research officer or project manager in academic and government settings
  • User experience (UX) researcher for heritage and cultural sectors

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Digital Humanities at Australian National University?

It typically takes 1 year, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$53,110 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Digital humanities specialist in cultural or research organisationsDigital archivist or collections manager in galleries, libraries, archives, and museumsData analyst or visualisation expert for humanities projectsDigital content strategist for media or public sector institutions...

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