Graduate Degree

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Earning a Master's Degree or PhD in Australia and New Zealand is a great way to distinguish yourself from among your peers while learning under the top researchers in the South Pacific. Not only will you be earning a degree from a world-recognized university, but you will be experiencing a new and enriching culture.

Degree Recognition

While you may or may not be familiar with the university to which you are applying, Study Australia's 21 partner universities are highly recognized institutions known the world over for academic excellence and leading research. Your degree from an Australian or New Zealand university will be recognized by both employers and universities worldwide. In fact the majority of our university partners have received approval from the US Department of Education to participate in the Federal Financial Aid program.

Degree Structure

Graduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certification
The Graduate Diploma is usually an intensive, one-semester to one-year course available for students that have already earned a Bachelor's Degree. The graduate diploma has no US equivalent, but can be used to meet pre-requisites for a graduate degree. This degree can also lead to a professional certification in certain fields. The Graduate Diploma offers an excellent opportunity for students looking for a short-term, international experience with a resulting qualitification.

Master's Degree
The Master's Degree is similar in structure to the US but can take 1 - 2.5 years to complete. There are three types of Master's Degrees offered by our partner universities, the Master's by coursework, the Master's by research, and the Master's by coursework and research. The Master's by coursework is a degree that requires the student to attend classes and complete assignments and projects. Students are assessed by written examination and assignments. The Master's by research consists of a research project and written thesis. There is no coursework involved. The Master's by coursework and research consists of one year of coursework and a research project related to your area of interest.

Ph.D.
The Ph.D. is a 3 - 5 year program of self-directed research that culminates in a major dissertation. A sound research topic and short thesis are required as part of the admissions application.

Academic Calendar

The New Zealand and Australian academic year runs from February to November, with the first semester held from February to June and the second semester held from July to November. Please visit Program Dates for more information on semester dates.

Finding Your Degree Program

Please visit What You Can Study to discover which subjects are offered at Study Australia's 19 partner universities in Australia and New Zealand. Locations and Universities has links to each university's profile and website. Feel free to contact Study Australia at any time at 1.800.585.9658 or for assistance selecting the program that is right for you.

Admissions Requirements

While Study Australia can offer advice and assistance with the application process, we cannot approve an application for admission. Admissions decisions are made solely by the overseas university.

Below are a a list of general guidelines and admissions requirements for our 19 partner universities.

If applying for a graduate degree in an academic area that is very specialized, such as architecture, social work, psychology, etc., you must have earned a Bachelor's degree in that field.
You will not be required to take the GRE. If you are applying to an MBA program, you will be required to take the GMAT.
GPA requirements range by university and are typically a 2.75 - 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Some universities do not require a minimum GPA for admission. This does not mean that it is easier to gain admission into these universities. In fact, in some cases, they may be more competitive. Each piece of your application will be assessed for admission, including your GPA.