Postgraduate

Master of Social Research Methods

Become a researcher and help solve the world's problems.
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Careers and further study

Take your studies to a new level and discover what career opportunities lie ahead.

Career Pathways

This course can lead to exciting careers in a range of sectors including industry, community, government, NGO and more. It is relevant for work in all areas related to business, sociology, anthropology, political science, archaeology, linguistics, communications, geography, psychology, education, community development, history, public health, tourism and other social sciences.
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Career Pathways

This course can lead to exciting careers in a range of sectors including industry, community, government, NGO and more. It is relevant for work in all areas related to business, sociology, anthropology, political science, archaeology, linguistics, communications, geography, psychology, education, community development, history, public health, tourism and other social sciences.
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Analyst

Use your skills to define software requirements, identify specifications and guide program design and development.

Chief Information Officer

Create and direct information and communications technology (ICT) strategies, plans and operations to ensure ICT infrastructure supports an organisation's overall operations and priorities.

Health Promotion Officer

Work with various groups to improve the health of individuals and the community.

Health and Welfare Services Manager

Plan and coordinate professional and administrative aspects of health and welfare programs and services.

Market Research Analyst

Collect and analyse data and information to improve marketing and anticipate product demand.

Policy Analyst

Guide design, implementation and modification of government and commercial operations and programs through policy.

Policy and Planning Manager

Direct development of policy advice and strategic planning within government agencies, community not-for-profit organisations or companies.

Program or Project Manager

Coordinate programs, special projects and support services, including management of staff and resources to ensure project completion is on time and within budget.

Research and Development Manager

Plan, administer and review the Research and Development program and activities of an organisation.

Workplace Relations Adviser

Advise on workplace relations policies and problems, and represent industrial, commercial, union, employer or other parties in employment negotiations.

Anthropologist

Develop skills to enable you to explore origin, development and functioning of human societies and cultures.

Contract, Program and Project Administrators

Contribute to staff selection, training and development, contract variation, conditions of employment and other staffing issues within an organisation.

Statistician

Design and apply statistical techniques to collect and analyse data for science, technology, medicine, business, finance and government.

Further Study

This course prepares you to enrol in a PhD or a master's by research.
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Further Study

This course prepares you to enrol in a PhD or a master's by research.

Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course. For fee type definitions and further assistance, see the Fee Calculator Help page. You can also search our database for scholarships that are relevant to you or this course.

Domestic Fees

Postgraduate - fee paying students

The Annual Fee is an estimate only based on a standard annual study load of 48 points.


For Commonwealth Supported Places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit. For an accurate fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”.

For Full Fee Paying places, students are charged an annual course fee. Visit the Fee Calculator and select your course to see the annual and total course fees.

Course Credit Points
96
Total Course Fee - 2021
$46,800.00
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Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

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International Fees

Postgraduate – onshore students

Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.

Course Credit Points
96
Total Course Fee - 2020
$67,600.00
Total Course Fee - 2021
$70,400.00
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Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

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Admission requirements

If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below.

Admission Requirements

(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
and
(c) succesfully completed prior study in a field relevant to Social Research Methods; or
(2)(a) completed a Graduate Certificate Social Research Methods or Graduate Diploma in Social Research Methods at UWA.
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Admission Requirements

(1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
and
(c) succesfully completed prior study in a field relevant to Social Research Methods; or
(2)(a) completed a Graduate Certificate Social Research Methods or Graduate Diploma in Social Research Methods at UWA.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
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Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

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How to apply

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Course details

Skilful social researchers are in high demand around the world as we seek to understand why people think and act the way they do, and how to improve peoples’ lives. Applications include identifying and understanding peoples’ attitudes and behaviours in relation to: inequality; education; consumption; immigration; social media; crime; environmental protection; healthy behaviours; the impact of a new industry; the effectiveness of a new policy or program; and more.

About the course

A social research degree is the perfect capstone to any undergraduate degree or the ideal complement for professionals working across fields that use information about people. This course delivers highly transferable social research skills using a hands-on approach, giving you the skills to understand, and generate solutions to, pressing social questions.
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About the course

A social research degree is the perfect capstone to any undergraduate degree or the ideal complement for professionals working across fields that use information about people. This course delivers highly transferable social research skills using a hands-on approach, giving you the skills to understand, and generate solutions to, pressing social questions. It also provides skills needed to prepare and present research findings in ways that have an impact. You'll gain an advanced understanding of a range of qualitative and quantitative research methods, research ethics, budgeting and evaluation, as well as the skills to conduct and present research. You'll also obtain first-hand experience in understanding, critiquing and undertaking social research and writing up results, including crafting a research project.
Master of Social Research Methods

Quick details

Status
  • Unavailable in 2020
Locations
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Variable - approximately 8 contact hours plus own study time (note: some units are taught in intensive mode)
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 12560
CRICOS code
  • 084024G
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Master of Social Research Methods

Quick details

Status
  • Unavailable in 2020
Locations
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Variable - approximately 8 contact hours plus own study time (note: some units are taught in intensive mode)
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 12560
CRICOS code
  • 084024G
Full time/part time duration
  • 2 years or 1.5 years with a relevant undergraduate degree as assessed by Faculty
Degrees course is available in
  • Master of Social Research Methods

Course structure

Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.

Course structure details

Course structure details

Students who have not completed a bachelor's degree with a relevant major as recognised by the Faculty, must complete relevant conversion unit(s) up to the value of 24 points, as advised by the Faculty.
Conversion
Students without a completed bachelor's degree consisting of a relevant major as recognised by the Faculty, must complete conversion units to the value of 24 points as prescribed by the Faculty.
Core
Take all units (24 points):
Option - Group A
Dissertation students take all units from this group (18 points):
Option - Group B
Coursework students take units to the value of 48 points. Dissertation students take units to the value of 30 points.

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Current UWA students are eligible to take one of our professional experience units. These units bridge the gap between university and the workplace by providing opportunities to gain hands-on, practical experience. You can master new skills, make connections and network, get a taste of the opportunities in the workforce and add experience to your resume, all before graduating.

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We understand that life is busy. That's why our postgraduate courses are designed so you can balance your work and studies. Our flexible postgraduate experience includes the opportunity to study part time, a range of units that are taught after hours, and the option to learn via intensive units. Ask our Student Central team for advice on choosing the right postgraduate route for you. Find out more here.

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