Master of Research

at Central Queensland University

IELTS Academic: 6.5 with no individual band score of less than 6.0

TOEFL Internet-based: Overall score of 79 with no score less than 21

Pearson Test of English Academic: Overall score of 62 with no score less than 54

An applicant may be considered for admission to candidature for the degree of Masters of Research if the person holds:

• an honours degree from CQUniversity or any other approved institution in a relevant discipline

• a three-year undergraduate degree and a graduate diploma at a high level of academic performance in a relevant discipline

• a three-year undergraduate degree at a high level of academic performance in a relevant discipline, plus a minimum of one year's relevant work experience

• a three-year or four-year undergraduate degree with a credit level Grade Point Average (GPA) preferably in a relevant discipline

• completion of the CQUniversity Graduate Certificate in Research with an average of distinction level of achievement, or

• alternative qualification/s and/or experience deemed by RHDC to be of equivalent scope and standard to those listed above.

Tuition Fees

Fees for the full year is $36,300

A higher degree by research is usually required for an academic career or a professional career in research. In addition, many discipline-specific employers recognise the skills developed through research degree are applicable in the workplace.