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    Master of Research

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    Melbourne, AUMResIn-person18 months
    A$62,100.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    64%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    A$75.00
    App fee

    Master of Research at Victoria University is a 18-month, in-person MRes program based in Melbourne, AU. Tuition is A$62,100.

    About the program

    The Master of Research is a supervised research degree at AQF level 9 that includes initial coursework units in research process and, where appropriate, disciplinary specialisations, followed by an original thesis.

    Focus: both
    741-750 (QS World University Rankings 2026)
    Part-time option

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL: overall score of 79; section scores no less than: Listening: 19; Speaking: 19; Reading: 18; Writing: 22
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2-3 years Temporary Graduate visa (485 Post-Higher Education Work stream) (Australia)

    A$24,000.00
    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 Research at Victoria University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Research at Victoria University is A$62,100.
    Is Master of Research at Victoria University online or in-person?
    Master of Research at Victoria University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Research at Victoria University take to complete?
    Master of Research at Victoria University is structured around 18 months.
    What GPA is required for Master of Research at Victoria University?
    Per the program's published guidance: Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in the same discipline with an average grade of Distinction (or equivalent) in the final year.
    How competitive is Master of Research at Victoria University?
    Master of Research at Victoria University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 64%.