Master of Social Science (MSocSc)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing semesters, 2010
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5363
Faculty
Campus
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Social Science.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent or Graduate Diploma in Social Science.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2010:
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 13100
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students’ actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the School of Social Science.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Social Science
Email: socialscience@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 3236
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing semesters, 2010
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5363
Faculty
Campus
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Social Science.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent or Graduate Diploma in Social Science.
CRICOS Code: 070266E
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 18300
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students’ actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Master of Social Science?
The suite of programs in social science will equip students with skills in social research methods as well as providing advanced knowledge in one of the substantive areas of social planning, health practice, and criminology. The program contributes to skill formation via the study of research techniques. It provides a critical understanding of the problems encountered by communities in a globalizing world, and develop solutions to the problems.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Social Science.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Social Science
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent or Graduate Diploma in Social Science.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the School of Social Science.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent or Graduate Diploma in Social Science.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 070266E
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2010:
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 13100
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students� actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 18300
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students� actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2010 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Master of Social Science
Careers
For information about employment opportunities, please contact the School of Social Science
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Master of Social Science
To complete the Master of Social Science, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #24 under the Master of Social Science List.
- #8 from Part A
- #8 from a field in Part B
- #8 from Part C, or #6 Thesis from Part D and #2 from Part C
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Social Science.
Program Rules for the Master of Social Science
Early exit points
Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the:
