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Master of Arts (Coursework)

Program overview

The Faculty of Society & Design offers a number of specialist postgraduate degrees in communication, international relations, TESOL (teaching English to speakers of other languages), criminology and psychology.

The Master of Arts (Coursework) offers a more cross-disciplinary option where you can tailor your postgraduate studies to pursue your professional interests and potential career prospects, selecting from a mix of subjects different study areas.

The program gives you an opportunity to undertake independent research in an area that is particularly relevant to you expertise. You can undertake a major thesis (Part A and B – equivalent to 40 credit points) or a smaller research project (10 credit points) plus 3 other general electives chosen from any Faculty.

Bond’s fast-track three-semester-per-year academic schedule means you can complete the Master of Arts in just 12 months.
 

Program code: HS-23094

CRICOS code: 078662F

Program overview

The Faculty of Society & Design offers a number of specialist postgraduate degrees in communication, international relations, TESOL (teaching English to speakers of other languages), criminology and psychology.

The Master of Arts (Coursework) offers a more cross-disciplinary option where you can tailor your postgraduate studies to pursue your professional interests and potential career prospects, selecting from a mix of subjects different study areas.

The program gives you an opportunity to undertake independent research in an area that is particularly relevant to you expertise. You can undertake a major thesis (Part A and B – equivalent to 40 credit points) or a smaller research project (10 credit points) plus 3 other general electives chosen from any Faculty.

Bond’s fast-track three-semester-per-year academic schedule means you can complete the Master of Arts in just 12 months.
 

Program code: HS-23094

CRICOS code: 078662F

The Faculty of Society and Design

About this program

The Master of Arts (Coursework) program offers an opportunity for graduates to continue studies in a particular area, or branch out into other areas. Graduates of this program will possess a strong and broad set of skills essential to all professions, no matter what their chosen career. A range of subjects are available in the program allowing students to tailor their qualifications to suit their specific career interests.

What you'll be studying

  • Study overview

    The Master of Arts (Coursework) comprises 12 subjects and can be completed in 1-year full time, with January, May and September intakes.

    There are 2 program sequences available, depending on your chosen option:

    • Option 1: Major Research Project
    • Option 2: Research Project 

    The following is based on Major Research Project option.

Program features

  • Career progression

    In an ultra-competitive workforce where undergraduate qualifications are essential for entry-level positions, a master degree gives you an advantage when you apply for senior management roles, partnerships and setting up your own business. Bond’s Master of Arts program is agile and flexible, allowing you to choose subjects relevant to your workplace, career path and future ambitions.

  • Draw on your expertise

    For the research project, you can select a topic relevant to your professional needs and/or one that draws on your own lived experience. This will ensure that your research experience flows naturally from your own interests and will directly and immediately benefit your working environment.

  • A stand out PD experience

    This is the ultimate professional development experience. You will study with colleagues from your chosen field and build a network of international contacts. You will also be inspired by the opportunity to mix with industry leaders from around the world on international study tours, industry competitions and conferences.

  • Industry in the classroom

    Our classes are taught by educators who consult to industry and are global leaders in their field. In our small, discussion-based groups, you will be mentored by experts in a wide range of fields including writers, criminologists, international relations, and diplomacy.

  • Make a difference

    Extracurricular programs such as Transformer let you work on real-life passion projects and industry programs as part of your studies.
     

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Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are the essential abilities, knowledge and skills required to successfully complete the program. Learn more about the inherent requirements and make an informed decision about your capacity to undertake the program.

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Hear from our Bondies

  • Master of Arts (Coursework)

    "I completed a Master of Arts, majoring in Corporate Communication and Public Relations. I decided to study at Bond, due to the ability to fast track my degrees and the small size of the university. I also loved the tight knit community! Bond allowed me to connect with other previous students from around the world who also run their own business. The network that Bond has established helped me greatly. I now work as the Director of How to Social Australia. I would certainly recommend this degree to anyone and I do on a regular basis."

    Kate Brady - Aluma
  • "Technological change now offers communication graduates dynamic careers in a vast range of new opportunities. Our courses empower students to choose specialist majors. So, from the outset, students can begin to brand themselves as professionals in any of the various creative niches. We aim to offer our students a personal, experiential, and transformational learning experience."

    Dr Marilyn Mitchell - Faculty of Society and Design
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Hear from our Bondies

  • Master of Arts (Coursework)

    "I completed a Master of Arts, majoring in Corporate Communication and Public Relations. I decided to study at Bond, due to the ability to fast track my degrees and the small size of the university. I also loved the tight knit community! Bond allowed me to connect with other previous students from around the world who also run their own business. The network that Bond has established helped me greatly. I now work as the Director of How to Social Australia. I would certainly recommend this degree to anyone and I do on a regular basis."

    Kate Brady - Aluma
  • "Technological change now offers communication graduates dynamic careers in a vast range of new opportunities. Our courses empower students to choose specialist majors. So, from the outset, students can begin to brand themselves as professionals in any of the various creative niches. We aim to offer our students a personal, experiential, and transformational learning experience."

    Dr Marilyn Mitchell - Faculty of Society and Design
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