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Master of Science

Federation University Australia

Ballarat, Australia
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A four-year science degree with more than thirty majors and an optional co-op.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Science can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Paid co-op work terms
On-campus research awards and further study

Curriculum

Four years. About a year of foundation university courses (mathematics and a laboratory science are needed for entry)
Then a major from over thirty options such as biology
Chemistry
Computer science
Earth sciences
Mathematics
Physics
Psychology and statistics
With optional minors. Co-op in behavioural neuroscience
Biology
Computer science
Economics and psychology.

Entry requirements

Academic

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree
Or overseas equivalent. Students must prove they meet the English language requirement as determined by the Victorian Institute for Teaching to be eligible for registration. For further information on how to apply as an international student
Please see link.

Accepted academic background

Undergraduate degree with an honours year (minimum second class) including a thesis, Or honours equivalence through professional, Study and research experience (https://federation.edu.au/research/graduate-research-school/prospective-students/check-your-eligibility/english-language-proficiency-requirements-for-overseas-applicants), Graduate Certificate in Research is the pathway.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
TOEFL iBT 92-93 (writing 22)

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
English Language Test Results
Recommendation Letters
Research Proposal.

How to apply

Check honours or research-master entry
English (IELTS 6.5
No band below 6. And find a supervisor. Apply at any time through StudyLink or a Federation agent. Upload a 250-word project summary
Transcripts
Thesis abstract or honours-equivalence statement
Publications list
Two referee reports
Passport
English test and a statement of study purpose. Accept the offer and pay the fee deposit via Flywire. Receive the Confirmation of Enrolment and apply for the student visa with OSHC.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$37,100 AUD
Application fee	$25 AUD
Deposit	$1,000 AUD

Program details

Campus	Mt Helen Campus
Faculty or school	Graduate Research School
Department	Graduate Research School
Teaching language	English
Credit value	96
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2 years
Scholarship note	University scholarship eligibility, Funding and application conditions require confirmation.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
15 Dec 2026
31 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.