Deepen your research expertise, enhance your career.
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Elevate your expertise
UC's new Master of Research, designed for those looking to develop their research skills, enhance career prospects, or prepare for doctoral study. This 18-month program offers the structure, support, and challenge you need to thrive as a researcher.
The Master of Research offers independent research with targeted coursework– giving you the confidence and capability to ask bold questions, design rigorous investigations, and translate ideas into impact.
You will build advanced research literacy and transferable skills in:
- Research design and methodology
- Critical analysis
- Ethics, impact and industry collaboration
UC’s Master of Research is a pathway to diverse research-focused careers in academia, government, and industry.
Why choose UC’s Master of Research?
Transferable skills
Gain a suite of multisector professional skills
Efficient and comprehensive
Complete your Master’s in just 18 months full-time or part-time equivalent.
Enhanced impact
Engage with UC’s industry-aligned research ecosystem. You’ll benefit from links to government, community, and corporate partners across sectors.
Transferable skills
Gain a suite of multisector professional skills
Efficient and comprehensive
Complete your Master’s in just 18 months full-time or part-time equivalent.
Enhanced impact
Engage with UC’s industry-aligned research ecosystem. You’ll benefit from links to government, community, and corporate partners across sectors.
Follow the steps below to apply for PhD Plus.
"UC encourages research with impact. Our Master of Research empowers students to take on real-world problems and contribute to outcomes that matter—beyond the university, across sectors, and within their communities and industries."
Professor Wayne Spratford – Dean Graduate Research School
We understand further study is an investment, but one that yields a lifetime of benefits for you and the community. Whether your moving interstate of internationally, we’re committed to making your PhD journey financially manageable.
Plus, Canberra boasts a lower cost of living compared to other major Australian cities, with competitive rent prices, convenient public transport, and numerous student discounts.
Want to know more? Get in touch with UC's graduate research team at graduateresearch@canberra.edu.au
