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114 Best Master's Programs in Australia

Across Australia, 13 universities offer 114 Master's programs — most run 1–2 years. Courses from University of Melbourne, Australian National University and Monash University come first, because those universities rank highest.

36Master's Degree
UA University of Adelaide logo
QS World #79 #9 in Australia Australia

Master of Philosophy

University of Adelaide — The University of Adelaide’s Master of Philosophy is a 100% research-focused degree. Students plan, design, and complete an independent research project in an area of per...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 year(s) full-timeDuration
Full TimeMode
January, JulyIntake
38Master's Degree
UA University of Adelaide logo
QS World #79 #9 in Australia Australia

Master of Research

University of Adelaide — The University of Adelaide’s Master of Research combines a coursework component with a research project. Students develop a broad base of research skills by exploring key...

Master's DegreeLevel
1.5 year(s) full-timeDuration
Full TimeMode
February, JulyIntake
40Master's Degree
UT University of Tasmania logo
QS World #314 #20 in Australia Australia

Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management

University of Tasmania — The Master's Degree in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management at the Australian Maritime College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the complex...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
42Master's Degree
UT University of Tasmania logo
QS World #314 #20 in Australia Australia

Maritime Engineering

University of Tasmania — The Master's degree in Maritime Engineering at the Australian Maritime College provides students with advanced knowledge and practical skills required for a successful ca...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
44Master's Degree
UT University of Tasmania logo
QS World #314 #20 in Australia Australia

Maritime Management

University of Tasmania — The Master's Degree in Maritime Management at the Australian Maritime College is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills required to excel in t...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
46Master's Degree
WS Western Sydney University logo
QS World #400 #23 in Australia Australia

Master of Applied Finance

Western Sydney University — The Master of Applied Finance at the University of Western Sydney is designed to empower students with advanced finance expertise and analytical skills in today's complex...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Finance
48Master's Degree
WS Western Sydney University logo
QS World #400 #23 in Australia Australia

Master of Applied Neuromorphic Engineering

Western Sydney University — The Master of Applied Neuromorphic Engineering at the University of Western Sydney is designed to equip students with a profound understanding of neuromorphic systems, wh...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Electrical & Electronic Engineering

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How these courses are ranked

6 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #19 (University of Melbourne) to #400 (Western Sydney University); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Melbourne has the largest research record in this group, with 31,503,308 citations and an h-index of 1,283. 3 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

The most common subjects are Business & Management (20), Education (13), Life Sciences (12) and Science (9). The usual length is 1–2 years and 2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (95% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (94% of courses with a stated intake). Western Sydney University offers the widest choice, with 26 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Australia for Master's?

University of Melbourne (QS World #19), Australian National University (QS World #30) and Monash University (QS World #37) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Master's in Australia?

Of those with published fees, Monash University is the least expensive at about USD 30,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Master's course take in Australia?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Master's courses start in Australia?

Fall is the main intake — 95% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Master's courses in Australia?

Western Sydney University, with 26, ahead of Avondale University (20).

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