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One-year masters degrees
Deakin masters degrees are built for employability
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Complete your masters in as little as one year
Build on your existing experience and gain an advanced qualification in less time.
Advance your career sooner
Put new specialist knowledge and skills to work sooner and take the next step in your career.
Build on your experience
Depending on your course, you may receive credit for relevant qualifications or professional experience.
Balance study with your career
Choose flexible, year-round study options that make it easier to balance your career, study and life.
Find a one-year masters degree
Choose a masters degree designed to fast-track your next career move. Use the search tool below to find a masters degree that’s right for you.
Save time and money with recognition of prior learning
Recognition of prior learning can give you credit for previous study or relevant experience, meaning you may need to complete fewer units. This can reduce the time and cost of your degree, helping you move towards your next career step sooner.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. A one-year masters meets the same rigourous academic and professional standards as a longer degree. They only difference is you complete it in a shorter timeframe through advanced standing (credit for prior study or relevant professional experience). That means we acknowledge that you have already met the learning requirements for some units through previous study or professional experience.
Yes. Our one-year masters options meet all the professional and academic requirements for the qualification, including any accreditations. Employers will recognise these qualifications as equivalent to any other way of completing a masters degrees.
A one-year masters option is designed working professionals with relevant prior study and relevant work experience. The degrees offer the opportunity to upskill and gain a recognised qualification in less time so you can progress your career sooner.
Deakin offers flexible delivery options, including online, on campus or hybrid modes, depending on the program. Check the course details for more information.
Recognition of prior learning is the cornerstone of our one-year masters. Relevant prior study or professional experience is used to reduce the number of units you need to complete. This is subject to course rules and assessment by the University of the previous experience you list in your application.
Study time varies by unit, but as a guide you should expect around 10–12 hours per week per unit. A one-year masters typically requires eight to 12 units across the 12 month period.
There are several ways to make postgraduate study more affordable at Deakin. Most courses are fee-paying, but eligible students can use a FEE-HELP loan to defer tuition costs and pay over time. You may also be able to access scholarships or other financial support depending on your circumstances.
Yes. Deakin offers a range of scholarships that can reduce the cost of postgraduate study, including options that recognise academic achievement, professional experience and other criteria. If you are a Deakin alumnus, you may also be eligible for a 10% alumni discount on your postgraduate fees.
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