MASTER OF
RESEARCH
CRICOS Course Code: 118292c
Duration: 2 years
Advance your research career with the Master of Research (MRes) at CIHE Australia. This comprehensive program combines foundational research skills with a deep dive into your chosen discipline, preparing you for original research at a high level. Through rigorous coursework and a year-long thesis project, you’ll engage with advanced topics such as quantitative and qualitative research methods, research ethics, and specialized issues in fields like Accounting and Information Technology. The MRes is strategically designed to equip you with critical skills and specialized knowledge, providing a pathway to doctoral studies or professional research roles in academia, industry, and beyond.
ABOUT
ADMISSION
REQUIREMENTS
CREDIT FOR
PRIOR LEARNING
COURSE STRUCTURE
AND CONTENT
MODES OF STUDY
ASSESSMENT
ABOUT THIS COURSE
The Master of Research (MRes) course is an AQF Level 9 Masters (Research) qualification designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required for original research in a discipline taught at the postgraduate level by CIHE Australia. The MRes program strategically fosters advanced research competencies and specialized expertise, essential for addressing contemporary academic challenges and practical issues in the professional sphere. The course’s philosophy is built on a foundational blend of general research skills and in-depth, discipline-specific knowledge, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to initiate and execute original research.
To fulfill the requirements of this course, students must complete a total of 160 credit points, comprising 8 units. This includes 5 core units (totaling 60 credit points, with one unit valued at 20 credit points), 2 discipline-focused units (20 credit points), and a year-long research thesis (80 credit points) that will be assessed by an independent internal and external examiner. The discipline focus includes one unit on Contemporary Issues in the specified discipline and another on Thesis Topic Development in the chosen field.
Guaranteed entry
Honours degree in a cognate discipline with the result of at least Division 2, Class 1 or equivalent overseas result OR completion of a cognate undergraduate degree plus a postgraduate credential that has a GPA of at least 5.0
Duration
Full time: 2 years
(or equivalent part time)
Start dates
Study options
Part Time (Domestic students only)
Full Time
Fees
FEE-HELP applicable to Domestic Students only
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES
- Graduates of the Master of Research (MRes) program at CIHE Australia are distinguished by their comprehensive research capabilities, critical thinking, and ethical integrity. Through the program’s rigorous curriculum, graduates acquire a blend of advanced research skills, discipline-specific knowledge, and transferable competencies that enable them to excel in both professional and academic settings. They are equipped with essential attributes, including the ability to design and execute original research, analyze and synthesize complex information, think critically, and communicate effectively to varied audiences. Graduates are also trained to uphold ethical standards, work both autonomously and collaboratively, and engage with cultural awareness in their research practices.
- The program prepares MRes graduates for roles such as research analysts, academic researchers, policy advisors, data analysts, and research consultants, as well as specialized positions across business, technology, education, and public policy sectors. With a solid foundation in advanced research techniques, MRes graduates are well-prepared for doctoral studies, academic careers, or research-intensive positions in industry, government, and non-profit sectors. CIHE Australia’s Master of Research is designed to meet high academic standards, ensuring graduates are ready for the complex challenges of professional and academic research roles and are capable of making meaningful contributions to their fields.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To satisfy the general entrance requirements for admission to the MPA course, applicants must meet at least one of the following entry requirements:
DOMESTIC APPLICANTS
- Successful completion of a undergraduate degree with at least an upper second honours year from an Australian university or HEI or equivalent from an overseas institution, from a discipline, cognate with the proposed MRes specialization. OR Completion of a cognate undergraduate degree plus a postgraduate credential with a GPA of no less than 5.
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
International students must meet the conditions above.
- In addition, international students or local applicants with international qualifications completed in a language other than English must demonstrate English language proficiency. This can be shown through an Academic IELTS score of at least 6.5 overall, with a minimum writing score of 6.0; a TOEFL score of 550-583 (paper-based) with a TWE of 4.5, or 79-93 (internet-based) with a minimum writing score of 21; a Pearson PTE Academic score of 58-64 with a writing score of at least 50; an AE5 Pass; or a C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency score of 176-184 with a minimum writing score of 169.
| SEMESTER 1 | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| ACC950: Contemporary Issues in Accounting, or ICT950: Contemporary Issues in IT | 10 |
| RES901: Quantitative Research Methods | 10 |
| RES902: Qualitative Research Methods | 10 |
| RES903: Research Integrity and Ethics | 10 |
| SEMESTER 2 | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| ACC951: Thesis Topic Development in Accounting, or ICT951: Thesis Topic Development in IT | 10 |
| RES905: Developing a Methodology and a Proposal | 20 |
| RES904: Literature Review | 10 |
| SEMESTER 3 and SEMESTER 4 | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| RES906: Research Thesis | 80 |
CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING
CIHE Australia grants credit towards a course of study on the basis of prior learning, whether from formal studies or professional work experience to ensure that students commence study at a level appropriate to their learning experiences.
MODES OF STUDY ASSESSMENT
At CIHE Australia we provide workshop-based engaged learning. All our units involve participation in 3 hours of on-campus workshop per week for 12 weeks. Each week’s workshop will require preparation – reading, activities and online work.
All our units are supported by an online learning management system – Moodle.
We use a range of assessment tasks at CIHE to help you monitor your learning – quizzes, group work, case-studies and scenario-based activities, reports and exams.
Our assessment tasks are designed to be work-oriented, that is, they are designed to mimic the real world processes involved in business so that you will be ready to start your career as an active independent professional.
INDICATIVE STUDENT NUMBERS
Indicative student numbers for this course are 20 enrolled students at any one time.