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    Master of Philosophy (Humanities & Social Sciences - multiple specialisations)

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    Canberra, AUMPhilIn-person18 months
    A$65,880.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    72
    Credits
    A$150.00
    App fee

    Master of Philosophy (Humanities & Social Sciences - multiple specialisations) at University of New South Wales is a 72-credit, 18-month, in-person MPhil program based in Canberra, AU. Tuition is A$65,880.

    About the program

    Research master's program consisting of 18-24 units of credit of advanced coursework and a thesis of 48-54 units of credit not exceeding 40,000 words on an approved topic in humanities and social sciences.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
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    Min 90 overall (min. 23 in writing, 22 in reading, listening and speaking)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 months 485 Graduate (Australia)

    A$39,206.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Philosophy (Humanities & Social Sciences - multiple specialisations) at University of New South Wales cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Philosophy (Humanities & Social Sciences - multiple specialisations) at University of New South Wales is A$65,880 across 72 required credits.
    Is Master of Philosophy (Humanities & Social Sciences - multiple specialisations) at University of New South Wales online or in-person?
    Master of Philosophy (Humanities & Social Sciences - multiple specialisations) at University of New South Wales is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Philosophy (Humanities & Social Sciences - multiple specialisations) at University of New South Wales take to complete?
    Master of Philosophy (Humanities & Social Sciences - multiple specialisations) at University of New South Wales is structured around 18 months and 72 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Philosophy (Humanities & Social Sciences - multiple specialisations) at University of New South Wales?
    Per the program's published guidance: Honours level
    What work-permit options follow Master of Philosophy (Humanities & Social Sciences - multiple specialisations) at University of New South Wales?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Philosophy (Humanities & Social Sciences - multiple specialisations) at University of New South Wales: 1 months 485 Graduate (Australia)