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    Master of Studies

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    Canberra, AUMStIn-person18 months
    A$84,180.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    72
    Credits
    A$150.00
    App fee

    Master of Studies at Australian National University is a 72-credit, 18-month, in-person MSt program based in Canberra, AU. Tuition is A$84,180.

    About the program

    Flexible exit award requiring 72 units of 6000-8000 level courses from another ANU master's program, including advanced/specialist and research components across society and culture disciplines.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Semester 1 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    not_used
    Min GRE General test with a minimum score of 150 for Verbal Reasoning, 150 for Quantitative Reasoning and 4.0 in Analytical Writing
    V 150 · Q 150
    GMAT
    not_used
    Min minimum GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) score of 550 or higher (minimum 5.0 in Analytical Writing)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min All applicants must meet the University’s English Language Admission Requirements for Students (Table 6 for Postgraduate Coursework)
    IELTS
    required
    Min All applicants must meet the University’s English Language Admission Requirements for Students (Table 6 for Postgraduate Coursework)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Temporary Graduate visa (Australia) Post-Higher Education Work Stream

    A$36,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Studies at Australian National University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Studies at Australian National University is A$84,180 across 72 required credits.
    Is Master of Studies at Australian National University online or in-person?
    Master of Studies at Australian National University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Studies at Australian National University take to complete?
    Master of Studies at Australian National University is structured around 18 months and 72 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Studies at Australian National University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Studies at Australian National University: 2 years Temporary Graduate visa (Australia) Post-Higher Education Work Stream