Overview

A master’s degree is usually the next step for students who have completed their bachelor degree. A Social Science master degree at University of Wollongong is designed for students who are keen to make a difference in the world around them. Social science is the study of people in their environment and a master’s degree in this field will allow you to go deeper into the area that you are interested in.

Why study Master of Arts at UOW Malaysia?

The Master of Art is a research-based programme at Glenmarie, Selangor campus designed to meet the needs of students who would like to extend their specialisation in the areas of Social Sciences and Humanities, beyond their undergraduate degree.

Students who wish to pursue their research interests through postgraduate studies are often limited by the program structure designed by academic institutions. The Master of Art offers students the flexibility of choosing their specialisation according to their research interests and career aspirations. Learning is done through consultation with an academic research supervisor.

Programme Structure

Upon the approval of the research proposal, students will be guided by their supervisors to begin their research, and will work independently on their research projects.

Areas of research:

Sociology

Cultural Studies

Political Science

Civics

Economics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-09 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-03 00:00:00

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More details

UOW Malaysia will submit your application to EMGS for e-VAL processing, which takes about 8 weeks. Late applications may result in deferment of the intake date.

Language

English

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Shah Alam, Malaysia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor Degree:

Min. CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent; or

CGPA 2.50 to 2.74 or equivalent, subject to institution approval; or

CGPA of 2.00 to 2.49 or equivalent, with a min. of 5 years working experience in the relevant field, subject to institutional approval.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

24600 MYR / year

≈ 24600 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

16950 MYR / year

≈ 16950 MYR / year

Living costs

Shah Alam

Malaysia

1457 - 2035 MYR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Social Science.

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Overview

Why study Master of Arts at UOW Malaysia?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Shah Alam

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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