Postgraduate coursework

Opportunities open to everyone!

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Expand your knowledge & expertise with a postgraduate degree

At UNSW Canberra, our focus is on delivering industry-relevant postgraduate study programs that equip you with the skills necessary to make an impact. All our postgraduate study options are taught by leading academic staff in a supportive and vibrant environment. Gain valuable industry skills and deepen your knowledge across a range of higher degree specialisations.

We understand that our students are busy balancing study, work, family, and other commitments. We offer a range of flexible study options that can be completed online in as little as one year.

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Security studies

We offer a range of postgraduate options in security studies designed for individuals who wish to advance their technical expertise or position themselves as leaders in the field of cyber security. The knowledge and abilities you’ll gain will enable you to provide safe and secure online experiences for all users.

Be examining security from a broad range of perspectives, including risk management, emergency response, national resilience, law enforcement and military force, we’ll prepare you to meet the needs of this rapidly changing sector.

Management and operations

Business landscapes are changing. It takes a new kind of thinking to stay relevant and get ahead in this new business world. Realise your potential through our range of master’s and graduate programs in management and operations. Gain technical knowledge aligned with strategic leadership and become a next-generation leader in business through our postgraduate courses.

Engineering & Technology

We’re building Australia's future engineering and technology leaders.

As educators, we’re responsible for creating leaders with a passion for lifelong learning. By utilising our unique environment, relationships and student body, we’re constantly innovating our educational environment. To prepare Australia for the challenges of the future, we aim to encourage young people from all backgrounds to consider a career in technology-related industries.

Explore your study options

Explore our wide range of postgraduate coursework options to kick-start your career in your area of interest or expand your horizons to transition into a new career path. Our graduate certificate and masters degree choices will help you develop the leadership skills and specialist capabilities that will set you apart and take your career to the next level.

FAQs

  • Domestic

    Business and SEIT

    The program fees are charged on a per Unit of Credit (UOC) basis.

    You’ll only be charged for courses once you enroll, so there may be some slight variations for later semesters if the fees change.

    For domestic students, each course costs $4,290 and you can choose between 1 and 4 courses per semester (there are 8 courses per program).

    Fees for 2023 are approximately AUD$34,320, but this does not include differences in tuition fees between elective subjects or years.

    HASS

    The program fees are charged on a per Unit of Credit (UOC) basis.

    You’ll only be charged for courses once you enroll, so there may be some slight variations for later semesters if the fees change.

    For domestic students, each course costs $3,870 and you can choose between 1 and 4 courses per semester (there are 8 courses per program).

    Fees for 2023 are approximately AUD$30,960, but this does not include differences in tuition fees between elective subjects or years.
     

    International

    The program fees are charged on a per Unit of Credit (UOC) basis.

    You’ll only be charged for courses once you enroll, so there may be some slight variations for later semesters if the fees change.

    For international students, each course costs $5,160 and you can choose between 1 and 4 courses per semester (there are 8 courses per program).

    Fees for 2023 are approximately AUD$41,280, but this does not include differences in tuition fees between elective subjects or years.

    For more information on fee structure, please consult the UNSW Canberra Handbook.

  • We offer part-time programs for people who work full-time. According to your circumstances, you can increase or decrease the number of courses you take each semester. It will take 12 months to complete the degree if you take four courses per semester. In addition, you can take 1-2 courses per semester, which would take you 2+ years to complete. If things change, or if you feel you can learn more or need to study less intensely, you can also change your load intensity each semester.

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Lifelong connections

UNSW Canberra graduates are a highly engaged and influential. They shape Australia and the international community as leaders in defence, government and industry. Build lifelong connections and tap into our influential network of reputable fellow graduates.

Access to world-class teaching & research facilities

We’re home to several cutting-edge facilities dedicated to finding solutions to the world’s most complex problems. 

Our purpose-built workshops, laboratories, and specialised training facilities make UNSW Canberra the ideal location to gain hands-on experience and prepare you for your future career. 

Support Services

Choosing a program or enrolling at a university can be overwhelming – but don’t worry, you won’t be doing it alone. We'll support you with general program advice, enrolment queries, student visas, personal wellbeing, and any essential information you’ll need throughout your studies.