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    Master of Pre-Doctoral Business Studies

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    Kensington, AUMPreDocBSIn-person1 year
    A$44,160.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    48
    Credits
    A$150.00
    App fee

    Master of Pre-Doctoral Business Studies at University of New South Wales is a 48-credit, 1-year, in-person MPreDocBS program based in Kensington, AU. Tuition is A$44,160.

    About the program

    One year of advanced coursework including a research project, serving as the first component of the UNSW Business School doctoral program to prepare students for PhD studies in business fields.

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    Deadlines

    Term 1 2027
    Aug 26, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min For applicants of the Economics stream, results for the GRE unless waived by the Stream Convenor.
    GMAT
    optional
    Min For applicants of the Marketing stream, results for the GMAT unless waived by the Stream Convenor.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 94 overall (min. 25 in writing, 23 in reading, listening and speaking)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Not eligible on its own (Australia requires 2 academic years of study for the Temporary Graduate visa), but eligible for 3 years upon completion of the subsequent PhD.

    A$29,710.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Pre-Doctoral Business Studies at University of New South Wales cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Pre-Doctoral Business Studies at University of New South Wales is A$44,160 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Pre-Doctoral Business Studies at University of New South Wales online or in-person?
    Master of Pre-Doctoral Business Studies at University of New South Wales is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Pre-Doctoral Business Studies at University of New South Wales take to complete?
    Master of Pre-Doctoral Business Studies at University of New South Wales is structured around 1 year and 48 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Pre-Doctoral Business Studies at University of New South Wales?
    Per the program's published guidance: 75 (Distinction) or First/Upper Second Class Honours
    What work-permit options follow Master of Pre-Doctoral Business Studies at University of New South Wales?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Pre-Doctoral Business Studies at University of New South Wales: Not eligible on its own (Australia requires 2 academic years of study for the Temporary Graduate visa), but eligible for 3 years upon completion of the subsequent PhD.