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Master of Social Science
- Melbourne, Australia
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A social science degree built around social policy, With a second subject chosen from several options.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Social Science can develop the ability to evaluate social and behavioural evidence
- Apply relevant research methods and ethical principles
- And communicate findings to diverse audiences. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Policy analysis
- Social research
- Social work
- Community work
- Youth work
- Civil service
- Charitable sector
- Public administration
- NGO sector
- Journalism and media
Curriculum
- Social Policy is the core subject
- Available only in this degree. First year adds Sociology
- Critical Skills for Social Sciences and one of Anthropology
- Economics
- Geography
- History or Philosophy. Years two and three continue with Social Policy and one first-year subject as a double major. Study abroad gives a four-year degree.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree of at least four years with honours (research component) and a distinction average
- or equivalent; supervisor agreement and a research proposal are required
- Bachelor degree of at least 4 years in a relevant discipline with honours (research component of at least 25% of a year)
- distinction average or equivalent; supervisor agreement and research proposal required
Accepted academic background
Honours bachelor or master degree with research component (distinction average)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 176
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of Identity
- Application Form
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and supporting documents. Complete the institution application form. Submit proof of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $36,480 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Melbourne City |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Design and Social Context |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | RMIT University scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $36,480 AUD per year. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176, IELTS Academic 6.5.

