Master of Arts (by Research)

Program overview

The ability to find, read, interpret, and learn from data has become critical in determining the future of all human endeavours.

Bond’s Master of Arts (by Research) gives students a unique opportunity to undertake extensive research in an area of their professional interest. Under the supervision and mentorship of experienced academics, you will undertake and present research of integrity on a topic of your choice. You will explore research purposes, methods and tools for data selection, interpretation and analysis, present findings and visualise data in ways that address the needs of relevant educational and industry contexts.

This program can be used as a stepping stone to pursuing the Doctor of Philosophy.
 

Program code: HS-23072

CRICOS code: 063454D

Program overview

The ability to find, read, interpret, and learn from data has become critical in determining the future of all human endeavours.

Bond’s Master of Arts (by Research) gives students a unique opportunity to undertake extensive research in an area of their professional interest. Under the supervision and mentorship of experienced academics, you will undertake and present research of integrity on a topic of your choice. You will explore research purposes, methods and tools for data selection, interpretation and analysis, present findings and visualise data in ways that address the needs of relevant educational and industry contexts.

This program can be used as a stepping stone to pursuing the Doctor of Philosophy.
 

Program code: HS-23072

CRICOS code: 063454D

The Faculty of Society & Design’s promise to you

About this program

The Master of Arts program, by research only, is offered in most areas of study in the Faculty of Society & Design. Prior to formal application, intending applicants need to give consideration to the specific research topic they wish to investigate. This should be determined in consultation with a member of the academic staff of the Faculty to see whether the Faculty can provide the appropriate supervision. The candidate must be familiar enough with the relevant research area to be able to undertake specialised study in that field.

What you'll be studying

  • Study overview

    The Master of Arts (by Research) project submitted for examination must be between 40,000 - 50,000 words in length and written in English.

    Continued enrolment in the program is conditional on the submission of satisfactory six-monthly progress reports.

Program features

  • Become a specialist

    You can graduate a recognised specialist within academia. Students in the Master of Arts (by Research) can research in an area of interest within the Faculty of Society and Design and are supervised by academics with specialist knowledge in an array of areas. You may also wish to use this program as a steppingstone to a PhD program.

  • Your pathway to a PhD

    Candidates who have completed more than nine months of the Master of Arts (Research) or Master of Philosophy and who meet the requirements for the admission to PhD candidature may apply to be admitted to a confirmed PhD candidature. In successful cases, the PhD candidature will be considered to have begun at the time of commencement of the research master degree.

  • Dedicated HDR space

    The Faculty of Society and Design are pleased to open a new collaborative Higher Degree Research (HDR) space for our HDR students. The comfortable and welcoming space will provide HDR students with a collaborative dedicated area. The fresh space features a small conference room and an area designed and equipped for HDR and PhD Confirmation of Candidature presentations.

  • Receive ongoing support

    The research portfolio at Bond is a well-supported area of the university. The Faculty of Society and Design’s research unit, including Associate Dean (Research), Dr Damian Cox, and Research Development Manager, Mandei Saranah, will support you throughout your studies. Also, HDR student representatives are elected annually to ensure our HDR students have a voice and have their view represented fairly and equitably. Student support is provided by many areas of the university including library services and the Academic Skills Centre.

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Hear from our Bondies

  • PhD (communication)

    I find the academic and learning support to be second to none. I appreciate the caring and professional approach of my supervisors. I have found them to be available when needed and excellent at guiding my progress through my research project. Support services are also readily available, and I have relied on them for their expertise. There is a friendly, cheerful atmosphere on campus.

    The opportunities to expand one’s research skills and explore new knowledge frontiers, guided, and supported by an experienced and caring team of professionals has been wonderful.  

    Susan Manchoulas - Student
  • Research

    Undertaking a Higher Degree Research program in the Faculty of Society and Design means acquiring the skills of cutting-edge research. Our HDR students are at the forefront of the faculty’s research, working on many of the most significant problems of our times.

    Dr Damian Cox - Associate Dean
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Hear from our Bondies

  • PhD (communication)

    I find the academic and learning support to be second to none. I appreciate the caring and professional approach of my supervisors. I have found them to be available when needed and excellent at guiding my progress through my research project. Support services are also readily available, and I have relied on them for their expertise. There is a friendly, cheerful atmosphere on campus.

    The opportunities to expand one’s research skills and explore new knowledge frontiers, guided, and supported by an experienced and caring team of professionals has been wonderful.  

    Susan Manchoulas - Student
  • Research

    Undertaking a Higher Degree Research program in the Faculty of Society and Design means acquiring the skills of cutting-edge research. Our HDR students are at the forefront of the faculty’s research, working on many of the most significant problems of our times.

    Dr Damian Cox - Associate Dean
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