Masters by Research
Degree Level Research
Year 2020
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Program Code
DMRU
Fees
2020: AUD$ 35,900 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL)
2021: AUD$ 37,700 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL)
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CRICOS Code
000547J
Program level
Masters by research
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Entry requirements
You must check the entry requirements for the type of research degree you wish to apply for and make sure you are eligible.
Please note- If you are an international applicant you also need to check that you meet the English language requirements.
- Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not automatically guarantee entry into a research degree.
Find out more about our fully-funded research degree scholarships to support your studies.
Degree overview
- Join a community recognised for world-class research and explore research topics across areas including commerce, management and marketing.
- Our research is rated above world-class in marketing, tourism, business and management, and world-class in accounting and applied economics1.
- Develop the skills to independently design and execute original research, and create new knowledge with impact.
- Learn from experienced and highly qualified research supervisors, and renowned academics - experts who will support, mentor and guide you through your studies.
- Undertake exciting and innovative research across a range of business disciplines, with a focus on finding practical solutions and solving real-world problems.
- Partner with industry, government, communities and education providers to influence decision-making and challenge current thinking.
- Benefit from strong links with global research institutions across Asia, North America, Europe and the UK.
- Over 200 external partners support our research, which is inspired by the contemporary challenges of our region and the world.
- Explore our range of fully-funded research degree scholarships to support your studies including our unique Wolf Blass Foundation Scholarship in Wine Marketing and Innovation.
- UniSA Business is ranked in the top one per cent worldwide2 and has been awarded an overall five stars for excellence in the QS Stars Ratings 2019.
12018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA). 2UniSA Business is one of just ten institutions in Australia and 189 globally to be accredited by EQUIS (from over 16,500 worldwide). EFMD, February 2020.
Why do a research degree?
UniSA research is inspired by the challenges and opportunities of today. In the 2018 Australian Research Council Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) evaluation of Australian universities, all of our assessed research was rated at world class or above. We are vibrant, outward-facing and responsive. We partner with industry, government and communities to seek answers to questions that arise in the real world. Our research themes are:
- An age friendly world
- Transforming industries
- Scarce resources
- Cancer
- Healthy futures
- Transforming societies
Learn more about our research themes.
The transformed PhD
UniSA intends to deliver industry and end-user informed research that supports employer-relevant curriculum. To achieve this, and to produce entrepreneurial and business-aware graduates, we have developed the transformed PhD.
We have added a structured component to research degrees including enhanced skill development, supervisory panels and a technology-enabled oral defence of the thesis. Through these activities you will develop a set of professional, transferable skills relevant to our knowledge-based enterprise economy.
The aim of the transformed PhD is to increase your employment prospects in any career path. You will possess the knowledge, expertise and confidence to meet the emerging needs of academia, industry, government and the community.
Four good reasons to do a research degree
- Challenge yourself. You will need to work hard, be dedicated and think analytically at a high level. You will tackle completely new research and different research methods, or extend research already undertaken.
- Increase your career opportunities. A research degree provides evidence of independent thought and the ability to manage a research project in a given timeframe. Your research could allow you to develop a new specialisation, academic field or career. A research degree at UniSA will also allow you to develop a skillset which sets you apart, putting you at the centre of your professional development.
- Make your ideas public. Your research findings may be published, presented at conferences, provide a commercial return and have a positive impact on society.
- Contribute to society. Discover new methods, understandings and techniques, and solve a real-world problem.
What can I research?
A Masters by Research in Business at UniSA can be studied in the disciplines, institutes and research strengths listed below.
Please contact BusinessResearchDegrees@unisa.edu.au to find out more. We welcome applications and have supervisory teams available across the following research areas.
Commerce
Accounting, applied economics, finance, choice, behavioural finance, capital markets, economic history, environmental accounting, international business, and property investment and valuation.
Management
Ethics and corporate social responsibility, festival and event management, human resource management practices, organisational behaviour, leadership and change management, sport, recreation and leisure management, service quality, teams, team processes and communication, tourism and Asia, tourist behaviour and experiences, work-life balance and well-being, workplace diversity, and workplace performance.
Please note, we have refined the application process for students interested in research degrees in Management. Learn more about the application process.
Marketing / Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science
Advertising and media, brand performance, consumer behaviour, customer loyalty, international marketing, packaging, pricing, and wine marketing.
Our research is also facilitated by a range of research groups, including:
- Centre for Workplace Excellence: giving organisations the knowledge to empower them to achieve excellence in organisational productivity and employee wellbeing.
- Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science: the world’s largest centre for research into marketing with a team of more than 50 marketing scientists.
- Australian Centre for Asian Business: a community of leading academics dedicated to producing high-quality research on Asian business, and broadening the Australian understanding of the Asian business environment.
- Centre for Tourism and Leisure Management: conducting quality research to facilitate and inform management practices in the tourism and leisure industries.
- Markets, Values and Inclusion: addressing the global challenge of sustainable, socially responsible and efficient resource management and development.
Find a research topic
UniSA Business offers a wide range of research topics which have been developed by teams of academics who will jointly supervise successful candidates. Each topic is a broad area of investigation, designed to help you create an original research question. Browse our list of research topics and contact the relevant Principal Supervisor/s for further information before you make your application.
Why Masters by Research
UniSA Business is ranked in the top 1% worldwide1, and is recognised and respected for a comprehensive research program inspired by the contemporary challenges facing Australia and its region. Our focus is always on finding practical solutions and creating new knowledge.
Our commitment to research with an industry focus is unprecedented. We are renowned for our concentration of global thought-leaders and academic experts in areas such as marketing, human resource management, applied economics, tourism and international business.
We offer a research environment with highly experienced and engaged supervisors, extensive connections to industry, government and communities, and a focus on addressing globally significant issues. We encourage you to connect with our researchers and find out the possibilities.
In the 2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) rankings, all of our assessed research was rated at or above world-class with particular strengths in business, management and marketing. Read more about our strengths in research.
Why should I study a business research degree?
- You are passionate about problem solving, understanding how things can be done better or helping businesses thrive.
- The business sector has high demand for research graduates with expertise in areas such as management, consulting, business development, academia and entrepreneurship.
- You will be well placed to pursue a career in diverse multi-national companies, NGOs, universities, government departments, statutory bodies, national regulators, businesses, not-for-profit associations and more.
- Our training system, UniSAEDGE, will support you to achieve your career goals by providing research and professional skills development informed by employers, industry and supervisors.
1UniSA Business is one of just ten institutions in Australia and 189 globally to be accredited by EQUIS (from over 16,500 worldwide). EFMD, February 2020.
Your career
A Masters by Research will give you a competitive edge in the work place. You may choose to pursue a career in academia, or in research with a research institution or university. Alternatively, you may choose to work in your chosen specialisation. A research degree graduate of the University of South Australia:
- understands current research based knowledge in their field and its methodologies for creating new knowledge. They can create, critique, and appraise new and significant knowledge.
- is prepared for lifelong learning in pursuit of ongoing personal development and excellence in research within and beyond a discipline or professional area
- is an effective problem solver, capable of applying logical, critical and creative thinking to a range of research problems
- can work both autonomously and collaboratively as a researcher within a particular discipline or professional area and within wider but related areas
- is committed to ethical action and social responsibility as a researcher in a discipline or professional area and as a leading citizen
- communicates effectively as a researcher in a discipline or professional area and as a leading member of the community
- demonstrates international perspectives in research in a discipline or professional area and as a leading citizen
Before applying, you will need to do some investigation. Our seven-step guide will take you through the process of preparing your application to maximise your chances of success.
Research degree applications are made through our Apply Online facility, a secure step-by-step online service. Please check the research degrees calendar for all key dates.
Scholarships
Every year, over 2,500 UniSA students are supported in their studies through scholarships and grants worth millions of dollars. Check out the scholarships below. One of them may be perfect for you. Visit our scholarships page for more.
Research Training Program international (RTPi) and University Presidents Scholarship
These scholarships will cover your tuition fees and your overseas health cover, and provide and a stipend (living allowance).
Research Themes PhD Scholarships
These scholarships address local, national and international grand challenges, and encourage collaboration with industry and community partners.
What others are saying
The knowledge of UniSA staff coupled with the support workshops available for research students, provides a great opportunity for students to improve and learn new skills. I believe UniSA offers the learning environment needed for students to thrive and achieve their research goals.
Julia Brunke
Masters by Research
As part of my Masters program, I was lucky to spend six weeks undertaking a short placement in Sydney at Network Ten. This meant that I was able to apply my research and marketing knowledge to real-wold industry settings. I was also given other opportunities to travel, to present at conferences and deliver seminar to the Institute’s corporate sponsors.
Dr. Cathy Nguyen
Masters by Research, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
My research degree experience has been (and still is) a great research journey for me. I never thought of research as a possible career, but I was curious about how the consumer's mind works and how marketing fits into it all. And six years later, I’m still on this amazing discovery journey that has never ceased to amaze me. Thank you UniSA!
PJ Tan
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Masters by Research
Employment: Foodland Corporate Office
Role: Market Analyst
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How do I apply?
For information on applying to do postgraduate study by research, including Masters by Research, PhDs or Doctorates, please visit unisa.edu.au/Research/Degrees/
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What scholarships am I eligible for as a research degree student?
You are eligible for a range of scholarships and grants as a current research student. For example, the prestigious Vice Chancellor and President’s Scholarship, Maurice de Rohan International Travel Scholarships or one of UniSA’s International Travel Grants.
See Scholarships and Prizes for more information.