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Master's Degree Full Time

Research Masters with Training

at Murdoch University · Perth, Western Australia

CRICOS course code

051648D

CRICOS provider code

00125J

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

1.5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$55,800 total

Per year

A$37,200/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Research Masters with Training at Murdoch University is a postgraduate degree that blends advanced coursework with supervised research. The degree is structured over 1.5 years of full-time study and typically consists of a mix of coursework units, totalling a set number of credit points, and a substantial research thesis. The coursework component is designed to build the analytical, methodological, and theoretical skills necessary to support your research project, while the thesis allows you to investigate a specialist topic in depth under the guidance of academic supervisors.

As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework, this master's degree positions you for advanced professional or academic roles. The course usually includes opportunities for academic skills development and research training, alongside completion of elective and core units relevant to your chosen field. Some students undertake work-integrated projects or connect with local industry or community partners, especially when the research focus has applied or practical outcomes.

Graduates develop capabilities in critical thinking, independent research planning, data analysis, and academic communication. You will also gain experience in managing a research project from proposal to presentation. This degree best suits those who are looking to pursue careers involving research, want to prepare for a PhD, or wish to expand expertise in their current field. Entry usually requires a related undergraduate degree, and international students need to meet English proficiency requirements, with details and eligibility criteria best checked directly with Murdoch University.

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

  • Academic researcher in universities or research institutes
  • Policy analyst for government and non-government organisations
  • Project manager in research and development sectors
  • Consultant roles across private and public sectors
  • Pathway to further study including PhD programs
  • Employment in industries associated with the research specialisation

Australian graduates can be found working across higher education, public policy, consultancy, and research-driven industries. The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream may be available, and student visa holders can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Research Masters with Training at Murdoch University?

It typically takes 1.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$55,800 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Academic researcher in universities or research institutesPolicy analyst for government and non-government organisationsProject manager in research and development sectorsConsultant roles across private and public sectorsPathway to further study including PhD programsEmployment i...

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