Master of Applied Social Research
Course summary for international students
B = Melbourne Burwood Campus
G = Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
S = Geelong Waterfront Campus
W =Warrnambool Campus
X = Off campus
| Award granted | Master of Applied Social Research |
|---|---|
| Campus | This course is only offered off campus |
| Length | 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Next available intake | March (Trimester 1), July (Trimester 2) |
| Indicative annual fee 2014 | $22,640* AUD |
| Level | Higher Degree Coursework (Masters and Doctorates) |
| IELTS Requirement | IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no band score less than 6) or equivalent |
| Deakin course code | A719 |
| Faculty contacts | Deakin International |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Fees and charges
- Career opportunities
- Course rules
- Specialisations
- Course structure
- Entry requirements - general
- Entry requirements - specific
- Credit for prior learning - general
- How to apply
- Alternate exits
Course overview
The Master of Applied Social Research is designed to equip graduates with practical and analytical skills in quantitative and qualitative research methods. It aims to develop holistic social researchers who are confident and competent in designing, conducting, interpreting and presenting research. You will examine conceptual and theoretical frameworks informing the research environment as a means to operate effectively within it.
The focus of the program is on building a comprehensive suite of skills and knowledge that can be applied to the social research context. Course content covers the stages of conceptualising and planning research (including ethical, cultural and theoretical dimensions), as well as the requisite skills and techniques used to carry out qualitative and quantitative research (data collection, manipulation, analysis and dissemination). Elective offerings enable you to tailor your degree to your area of interest, with specialisms available in communication, gender, health and social policy.
Fees and charges
Equivalent Full Time Student Load (EFTSL)
EFTSL is the standard annual full time load. Eight credit points is the standard full time load for one year of study.
Fee paying place - Domestic (DFP)
A Fee paying place is one for which the University does not receive any government funding. As such, students enrolled in these places are required to contribute the full cost of their course.
Fee paying places are available to domestic students. Domestic students are those who are Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or holders of a permanent visa.
*Indicative course fees should be used as a guide only. Deakin University assumes no responsibility for persons relying on indicative course fees to calculate the total future cost of their course. The indicative course fee is an estimate based on a typical enrolment a student may have for their first year of study in 2014 for their course. The indicative course fee is based on historical first year enrolments within the course, reflecting the discipline cluster of the units which may be studied within the course. The actual fees charged will depend on the individual units chosen. The cost of each unit can be viewed from the Unit Search. Please note that the fees per unit/credit point may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and services.
Career opportunities
This course provides training in applied social research for those seeking a career involving:
- undertaking 'hands-on' specialist research
- managing people or projects requiring broad research skills and knowledge
- influencing policy and decision-makers
- developing and evaluating programs
- obtaining support and funding for programs
It is designed for graduates seeking to develop a career path in organisations that undertake social research such as:
- government (federal, state, local) departments and authorities
- health services
- non-government organisations
- research consulting.
Course rules
To qualify for the award of Master of Applied Social Research, a student must successfully complete 8 credit points of study made up in one of the following ways:
- 4 credit points of core units and 4 credit points of units chosen from a specialisation
OR
- 4 credit points of core units and 4 credit points from elective list (chosen with the permission of the Course Director)
OR
- 4 credit points of core units and 4 credit points of minor thesis (as pathway to PhD)
Specialisations
To qualify for a specialisation within the Master of Applied Social Research, a student must successfully complete 8 credit points of study including the following:
- 4 credit points of core units and 4 credit points from within one of the following specialisations listed below
OR
- 4 credit points of core units, 2 credit points from within one of the following specialisations listed below and a 2 credit points research project (ASC745) in a related specialist area (as approved by the course director)
Students who complete a specialisation of four (4) credit points will have the specialisation indicated on their academic transcript.
Course structure
Core units
Trimester 1
| ASC741 | Conducting Qualitative Research |
| ASC742 | Survey Research |
Trimester 2
| ASC743 | Analysing Qualitative Data |
| ASC744 | Analysis of Quantitative Data |
Electives
Trimester 1
| AIP740 | Public Policy Analysis |
| AIP747 | Policy and Program Evaluation |
| ALC705 | Organisational Communication: Culture, Diversity, Technology and Change |
| ALC706 | Culture, Communication and Globalisation: Critical Practices in/and Local Cultures |
| ASD711 | Needs Assessment and Strategic Planning |
| EXE738 | Policy Studies in Global and Local Contexts |
| HSH701 | Principles and Practice of Public Health |
| HSH702 | Contemporary Health Issues and Policies |
| SLE721 | Policy and Planning for Sustainable Development |
Trimester 2
| AID714 | Gender and Development |
| AIP740 | Public Policy Analysis |
| AIP777 | Accountability and Corporate Social Responsibility |
| ALJ724 | Law Media and Communication |
| ALR718 | New Activism, Communication and Citizenship |
| ALW729 | Writing for Communication Media |
| ASD710 | Submission and Tender Writing |
| EXE732 | Social Justice and Difference |
Trimester 1 or trimester 2
| HSH703 | Health Promotion |
Trimester 2 or trimester 3
| HSH705 | Needs Assessment and Health Program Planning |
Minor Thesis units
Trimester 1 or trimester 2
| ASC745 | Minor Thesis A |
| ASC746 | Minor Thesis B |
Note: Students may undertake any postgraduate unit offered within the Faculty of Arts and Education with approval of the Course Director.
Entry requirements - general
Deakin University offers admission to postgraduate courses through a number of Admission categories.In all categories of admission, selection is based primarily on academic merit as indicated by an applicant's previous academic record.
For more information on the Deakin Admissions Policy visit The Guide.
Entry requirements - specific
IELTS / English language requirements
Please note that English language requirements exist for entry to this course and you will be required to meet the English language level requirement that is applicable in the year of your commencement of studies.
It is the students’ responsibility to ensure that she/he has the required IELTS score to register with any external accredited courses. (more details)
Credit for prior learning - general
The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.
You can also refer to the Credit for Prior Learning (Credit Transfer) Search which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.
How to apply
- Applicant Portal: Use our online application system to submit and track your application now OR
- Apply through a Deakin International office: Fill out an application form and submit it to a Deakin International office OR
- Apply through a Deakin representative: Take your application form to your preferred agent for assistance.
Tracking your application
If you have already applied and wish to enquire about your application please refer to the relevant area through which you originally applied.
- If you applied through a Deakin representative please contact your representative.
- If you applied through a Deakin International office please contact deakin-int-admissions@deakin.edu.au
Alternate exits
| Graduate Certificate of Applied Social Research (A520) |
