Admission criteria
You must have completed the equivalent of an Australian Bachelor degree with second class Honours, or other qualifications and/or experience equivalent to this degree.
If you are a domestic student applying for a Masters or PhD program and/or a Scholarship, you will need to attach:
A scholarship application form
Two referee reports
Certified photocopies or a printout of supporting documents including all units/subjects with grades for qualifying degrees
Research proposal
If you are a permanent resident, but not an Australian citizen, you are required to supply a certified copy of the relevant pages of your passport as proof of residency status.
If you are an international student, please contact the International Office to enquire about additional requirements for applications.
Contact details to obtain an application kit are:
Domestic students: ORI@cdu.edu.au or phone (08) 8946 7065
International students: international@cdu.edu.au or phone (08) 8946 7215.
Essential requirements
English language requirements
All HE applicants are required to demonstrate the minimum English language proficiency requirements for their chosen course of study. These entry requirements will normally be met by undertaking previous education in an English speaking country or obtaining a minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score.
Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.
A candidate for the degree of Master by Research shall undertake a program of study and research approved by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor. The program shall include the presentation of a thesis and/or other work approved by the Committee, embodying the results of the candidates study and research, for examination.
A supervisor or supervisors shall be appointed with the approval of the University and will provide direction and advice to the candidate.
Potential candidates should consult the University's Common Rules - Masters by Research.
Applicants into this course are required to provide: referees reports, research proposal outline (400-600 words), certified academic transcripts and other supporting documentation.
Potential students should contact the Office of Research and Innovation on ph: (08) 8946 7065 or email: ORI@cdu.edu.au for the appropriate package to be sent to them. This course is not available for electronic admission or enrolment.
The University currently allocates a limited number of fees waiver scholarships. Applicants for this degree may apply.
