Master of Philosophy, Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science

Undergraduate degrees at the Australian National University are informed by cutting-edge research and taught in small classes by leading academics. 

MEET YOUR FUTURE

Our programs offer you hands-on learning, international exchange and career development opportunities, as well as industry and government internships, and produce Australia's most employable graduates (Times Higher Education Global University Employability Ranking 2023-24). 

ANU offers you undergraduate single and flexible double degree programs in

•           Arts, society and culture
•           Asia-Pacific studies, international relations and security studies
•           Business and commerce
•           Engineering, cybernetics and computing
•           Health, medicine and psychology
•           Law and legal studies
•           Natural, physical and environmental sciences

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Single and double degrees

You can choose from 50 single degrees or design your own flexible double degree from 599 possible combinations. Double degrees are an opportunity for you to tailor your studies to fit your strengths, passions and goals and take less time to complete than two single bachelor’s degrees. 

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Students’ association

As a student, you will automatically become a member of the ANU Students’ Association (ANUSA) that supports the university’s clubs and societies and delivers a range of events.

ANUSA can also provide you with legal advice, advocacy services and supportive welfare programs. You can also choose to represent other students by running for office in the ANUSA elections. 

Postgraduate degrees at the Australian National University give you a competitive edge in the global job market. They will equip you with the skills and knowledge to specialise in your field, upskill or even change your career. 

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

You have the choice to study full-time or part-time, with a mix of face-to-face, online and intensive learning delivery options.

You’ll work in small classes alongside academics who are specialists in their fields and – once you graduate – your postgraduate qualification will increase your earning potential.

ANU offers you the following postgraduate-level programs:

•           Arts, society and culture
•           Asia-Pacific studies, international relations and security studies
•           Business and commerce
•           Engineering, cybernetics and computing
•           Health, medicine and psychology
•           Law and legal studies
•           Natural, physical and environmental sciences

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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Taught in the evening in small classes led by industry leaders from a range of fields, the flexibly delivered ANU Master of Business Administration (MBA) provides the skills to identify, evaluate and apply evidence to inform effective decision making.

The program builds upon your management experience and prior learning to help you move from middle to senior management roles.

With so many experienced students in the MBA, a strong component of your learning will come from the sharing of knowledge and insights and from academics who have experience in international business, operational management, strategy, information systems, change management, marketing and entrepreneurship. 

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Exceptional PhD research degrees

The Australian National University provides research students with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support. These degrees take between three and four years to complete full-time (or the equivalent part-time).

As a research student you will work independently under the direction of an academic supervisor or a supervisory panel of academic staff.   Your  discipline may also offer you an alternative to a written thesis.      

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Joint or dual/Cotutelle PhD

Joint or dual PhD programs between ANU and partner institutions collaboratively deliver outstanding research training experiences and could see you living and working at each university for a period of time. These programs allow research students opportunities to:

• participate in collaborative projects between supervisors at home and at a host institution
• experience multiple research environments
• live and work in different locations.

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Short courses

Start your postgraduate studies with an ANU short course (graduate certificate).  You can complete one in six months. After finishing it, you’ll be able to progress to a graduate diploma and then a master’s degree.

Students’ association

Postgraduate students automatically become a member of the Postgraduate Students’ Association (PARSA). It will offer you a range of community events and services that will connect you with other postgraduate students as well as with legal advice and advocacy and supportive welfare programs.