Master of Research (MRES) (Media and Communication)

University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ)

Overview

• The Master of Research at UniSQ allows you to develop your research skills, specialist knowledge and produce original contributions in your chosen field, supported by expert professionals and renowned academics.
• Expand your critical thinking, applied research and evaluation skills, developing rigorous research design capabilities, and the ability to report and share your research outcomes.
• A Master of Research qualification not only gives you an opportunity to make real and lasting impact in your chosen area, but also indicates to prospective employers that you possess strong competencies in time-management, problem-solving and commitment.
• As well as enhancing your career prospects, this Higher Degree by Research provides thorough research training if you seek to pursue further doctoral study.

Explore research across a variety of UniSQ areas, including (but not limited to):

• Astronomy
• Agricultural Science
• Computer Science
• Creative Arts
• Business
• Education
• Engineering
• Health and Wellbeing
• Humanities
• Mathematics
• Nursing and Midwifery
• Physics
• Psychology
• Sport and Exercise
• Statistics, and more.

Further study

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) provides a further study pathway (providing you meet the entry requirements).

Professional accreditation

The Psychology specialisation will seek accreditation by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). You will be required to undertake the compulsory courses within this specialisation in order to meet this accreditation.

Career outcomes

As a graduate of the Master of Research, you will develop fundamental research skills and specialist area knowledge that will enhance your career prospects or enable you to proceed to further higher degree by research studies.