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28 Master's degrees offered by the university
Geography
With this Geography program at University of Melbourne you'll have the chance to become part of the new generation of workers who are tackling these challenges by bridging the gap between the social and natural sciences.
Law and Development
The Law and Development program at University of Melbourne allows you to examine the legalisation of development and the role of international and regional actors in law reform projects. It also offers the opportunity to investigate and analyse both international law and the ‘rule of law’ in a developmental context.
Public Policy and Management
In the Public Policy and Management program at University of Melbourne you’ll refine a high-level analytic skill-set that meets the demands of complex public policy-making. Use the theoretical and analytical perspectives and debates you learn in public policy, governance and management to generate understandings of the institutions, processes and practices of contemporary government and policy.
Adolescent Health and Wellbeing
Delivered online, the Master of Adolescent Health and Wellbeing from the University of Melbourne will provide you with the latest knowledge of adolescent health and development, prevention frameworks and skills to work more effectively with individuals and populations in schools and communities, and within health services.
Economics
The Economics program at University of Melbourne offers advanced studies in economics and econometrics. You will gain the skills necessary to practice as a professional economist in the public or private sectors.
International Relations
Learn how the United States, China, the European Union, and the United Nations operate in our global community, and acquire knowledge of key developments within international relations. The International Relations program at University of Melbourne engages with theory, international governance and law, international security, international political economy and international history.
Social Policy
Make a change in the world. Social policy makers weave the fabric of our society. And with the Social Policy program at University of Melbourne, you can examine key developments in social policy through a global lens, with a strong emphasis on social justice and the ability to influence policy.
Creative Arts Therapy
The Creative Arts Therapy program at University of Melbourne is a unique blended learning program offering you a specialisation in either drama or dance movement therapy. You will undertake supervised industry placements in various contexts including community, health and education.
Applied Positive Psychology
University of Melbourne's Master in Applied Positive Psychology explores the science of wellbeing with an evidence-based approach. You will gain a scientific understanding of how humans flourish and how communities and institutions can be strengthened through positive psychology.
Genetic Counselling
The Genetic Counselling program at University of Melbourne will provide you with the knowledge and acumen to become a professional genetic counsellor. This world-renowned program will elevate your prospects for employment both domestically and abroad
Music Therapy
The Music Therapy program at University of Melbourne provides a course of study for those wishing to practice as music therapists in settings such as hospitals, special schools, aged care facilities, community health programs and private practice.
Contemporary Chinese Studies
The Contemporary Chinese Studies program at University of Melbourne is a vibrant interdisciplinary program accommodating a wide range of interests. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of the people, environment, cultures, society, politics, and economy of contemporary China.
Evaluation
The Evaluation program from the University of Melbourne prepares graduates to shape the strategic direction of organisational projects and programs and design effective social interventions. Designed by the Assessment and Evaluation Research Centre, this program offers students a rare opportunity to develop the evaluation skills needed to inform programs and policies.
Applied Econometrics (Enhanced)
Aimed at students with a background in economics, analytics or mathematics (including some statistics), the Master of Applied Econometrics from the University of Melbourne is a 2-year program that focuses on the practical application of advanced econometric modelling techniques.
Narrative Therapy and Community Work
The Master of Narrative Therapy and Community Work from the University of Melbourne is a postgraduate specialist qualification for professionals interested in enhancing their clinical and practice-research skills. This course is offered online.
Criminology
The Criminology program at University of Melbourne exposes you to the latest theoretical and practical advances in criminology from international crimes – like terrorism and genocide – to local issues – like Indigenous justice and injustice.
Marketing Communications
Be part of the merging sectors of marketing and communication by cultivating your future as a professional. The Marketing Communications program at University of Melbourne arms you with disciplinary-specific knowledge and interdisciplinary expertise that gives you the adaptive capabilities to thrive in this ever-changing profession.
Applied Econometrics
Aimed at students with a background in economics, analytics or mathematics (including some statistics), the Applied Econometrics program at University of Melbourne is a three-semester program that focuses on the practical application of advanced econometric modelling techniques.
Applied Psychology
The Applied Psychology program at University of Melbourne is designed for psychology graduates who want to develop practical skills in the applications of psychology and to employ them in the world of business; government; the non-profit sector; marketing, consumer and social research; and health.
Urban and Cultural Heritage
This unique cross-disciplinary and industry-oriented Urban and Cultural Heritage program at University of Melbourne is open to graduates who are passionate about the social and cultural dimensions of the built environment in the 21 st century.