Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

During this 1.5 year full-time (or part-time equivalent) master’s course, JCU postgraduate social science students study a combination of core subjects and specialist electives, deepening their knowledge in their selected major. All major streams include a research thesis. The Master of Social Science focusses on equipping students with the knowledge and practical skills to work towards solving complex contemporary issues of social policy, governance, cultural heritage, and resource management. JCU students benefit from a unique learning environment, dedicated to the advancement of Asia-Pacific and Tropical societies. A JCU Master of Social Science equips students with the knowledge, skills and strategies that provide the key proficiencies for a broad range of occupations. Postgraduate students have the advanced capability to identify complex problems and pose creative solutions to social and environmental challenges facing societies around the world. The skills gained from a JCU Master of Social Science are sought by organisations such as government agencies, the education sector, industry and commerce, and indigenous organisations. Job opportunities include: Public health services policy analysis and development; Research roles that involve analysis and critical evaluation of social systems, institutions, structures and practices; and Advocacy for diverse social sciences-related programs.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

During this 1.5 year full-time (or part-time equivalent) master’s course, JCU postgraduate social science students study a combination of core subjects and specialist electives, deepening their knowledge in their selected major. All major streams include a research thesis. The Master of Social Science focusses on equipping students with the knowledge and practical skills to work towards solving complex contemporary issues of social policy, governance, cultural heritage, and resource management. JCU students benefit from a unique learning environment, dedicated to the advancement of Asia-Pacific and Tropical societies. A JCU Master of Social Science equips students with the knowledge, skills and strategies that provide the key proficiencies for a broad range of occupations. Postgraduate students have the advanced capability to identify complex problems and pose creative solutions to social and environmental challenges facing societies around the world. The skills gained from a JCU Master of Social Science are sought by organisations such as government agencies, the education sector, industry and commerce, and indigenous organisations. Job opportunities include: Public health services policy analysis and development; Research roles that involve analysis and critical evaluation of social systems, institutions, structures and practices; and Advocacy for diverse social sciences-related programs.

Admission Requirements

TOEFL

74+

IELTS

6+

PTE Academic

52+

Cambridge CAE Advanced

169+

Course pre-requisites: Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree in a social science discipline, with an overall grade point average of 5.0 (i.e. credit average), within the previous five years; or Completion of an AQF level 8 qualification in any discipline, within the previous five years; or Other qualifications recognised by the Dean, College of Arts, Society and Education as equivalent to the above.

Program Duration

1.5 Years

Starting Month(s)

Feb

Domestic

Starts from

14,630 AUD

International

Starts from

32,960 AUD

Scholarships

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Master of Social Science

Townsville, Townsville, Australia

18 monthsProgramme duration

32,960 AUDTuition Fee/year

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