Master of Research Practice

Acknowledging your honours degree (or equivalent), this masters qualification includes only two core units, in research ethics and project design, so you can begin your thesis and graduate sooner.

It is part of a suite of masters courses, tailored to graduates with different study backgrounds.

Victoria University conducts highly-ranked research:

We are world number 12 for sport science education (Shanghai Rankings 2018 (external link) ).

We are ranked above world-standard in sport and health fields (Excellence in Research for Australia).

Within the Institute for Health & Sport you can study towards a qualification in a range of disciplines, including biomedical sciences, biotechnology, business, nursing, food science, sport science, and social sciences.

Conduct your original research in an area of passion and personal interest within our research programs, which incorporate:

diversity and inclusion health, mental health and disease sport performance sport business policy.

Further opportunities exist to complete a Master of Research in our Institute for Sustainable Industries & Liveable Cities.

To attain the Masters of Research Practice, students will be required to complete 96 credit points consisting of:

• 24 credit points of core units
• 72 credit points of Thesis units

Course structure and units

Core Units

• Research Design and Proposal Development Unit code UGR7002 Credits12
• Research Integrity and Ethics Unit code UGR7003 Credits12

Plus

72 credit points of Thesis Units

Thesis Units

Applied Science

• Research Thesis (Full-Time) Unit code SHM8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis (Part-Time) Unit code SHM8011 Credits24

Arts

• Research Thesis (Full-Time) Unit code APR8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis (Part-Time) Unit code APR8011 Credits24

Biomedical Sciences

• Research Thesis 1 Full Time Unit code RBM8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis 1 Part Time Unit code RBM8011 Credits24

Biotechnology

• Research Thesis 1 Full Time Unit code RBT8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis 1 Part Time Unit code RBT8011 Credits24

Business

• Research Thesis (Full-Time) Unit code BMO8010 Credits48
• Research Thesis (Part-Time) Unit code BMO8011 Credits24

Chemical Sciences

• Research Thesis 1 Full Time Unit code RCS8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis 1 Part Time Unit code RCS8011 Credits24

Civil and Building Engineering

• Research Thesis Full Time Unit code VCC8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis (Part-Time) Unit code VCC8011 Credits24

Computer Science and Mathematics

• Research Thesis 1 Full Time Unit code RCM8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis 1 Part Time Unit code RCM8011 Credits24

Education

• Research Thesis (Full-Time) Unit code AER8000 Credits48
• Research Thesis (Part-Time) Unit code AER8001 Credits24

Electrical Engineering

• Research Thesis 1 Full Time Unit code VEE8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis 1 Part Time Unit code VEE8011 Credits24

Environmental and Risk Engineering

• Research Thesis 1 Full Time Unit code VQT8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis 1 Part Time Unit code VQT8011 Credits24

Food Science

• Research Thesis 1 Full Time Unit code RBF8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis 1 Part Time Unit code RBF8011 Credits24

Law and Justice

• Research Thesis (Full-Time) Unit code BLO8010 Credits48
• Research Thesis (Part-Time) Unit code BLO8011 Credits24

Mechanical Engineering

• Research Thesis 1 Full Time Unit code VMR8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis 1 Part Time Unit code VMR8011 Credits24

Nursing

• Research Thesis (Full-Time) Unit code HNM8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis (Part-Time) Unit code HNM8011 Credits24

Physics

• Research Thesis 1 Full Time Unit code RPH8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis 1 Part Time Unit code RPH8011 Credits24

Sport Science

• Research Thesis (Full-Time) Unit code SSR8001 Credits48
• Research Thesis (Part-Time) Unit code SSR8011 Credits24

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.

Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.

Entry requirements

Completion of an Australian Bachelor Honours degree (or equivalent) in the same discipline with an average grade of Distinction (or equivalent).ORCompletion of an Australian Graduate Diploma (or equivalent) in the same discipline with an average grade of Distinction (or equivalent).

Pathways from VU courses

There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.

Find out more about pathways and credits.

Credit for skills and past study

If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.

Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course coordinator or academic adviser.

The new Master of Research Practice at VU provides students with the opportunity to undertake and complete a research project under supervision at masters level (AQF 9). It will achieve this by providing students with a range of initial coursework units covering a) the nature and expectation of the research process and b) disciplinary specialisations where appropriate. The research progress will also be scaffolded by milestone requirements ensuring support throughout and quality and timely submission of the research.

AQF level 9 criteria: Graduates at this level will have specialised knowledge and skills for research, and/or professional practice and/or further learning and be able to:

Knowledge

1. Critically review a body of knowledge that includes the understanding of recent developments in one or more disciplines
2. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the field of work or learning

Skills

1. Conceptually map and critically evaluate theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on its application to the chosen field
2. Develop high level cognitive, technical and creative skills with which to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply established theories to different bodies of knowledge or practice
3. Develop high level cognitive, technical and creative skills required to generate, evaluate and synthesise complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level
4. Analyse, critique and implement cognitive and technical skills required to design, use and evaluate research and research methods
5. Develop effective communication and technical skills required to present a coherent and sustained argument and to disseminate research results to specialist and non-specialist audiences
6. Demonstrate expertise in the technical and communication skills required to design, evaluate, implement, analyse, theorise and disseminate research that makes a contribution to knowledge.

Application of Knowledge and Skills Graduates of a Master of Research Practice will demonstrate the application of knowledge & skills:

• with creativity and initiative to new situations and/or for further learning
• with high level personal autonomy and accountability
• to plan and execute a substantial piece of research