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493 Master's degrees in Social Sciences in Australia
Child, Youth and Family Therapy
Are you passionate about the wellbeing of children, young adults and families? The Child, Youth and Family Therapy certificate from the University of Southern Queensland will equip you in skills of child abuse prevention and intervention, along with relationship, family, child and youth counselling.
Peace and Conflict Studies (Advanced)
Peace and Conflict Studies (Advanced) from Australian National University equips students with the knowledge and skills to understand the nature of peace and conflict, the causes and experiences of violence, and the many ways in which national and international bodies can respond to those challenges.
Psychotherapy and Counselling
The Psychotherapy and Counselling course from Western Sydney University brings together theory and practice, and gives you the tools to make a meaningful, real-life impact in the fields of psychotherapy and counselling. You will also enjoy the close guidance of Western’s highly experienced clinical practitioners and internationally recognised psychotherapy educators.
Communication
Become a global communication leader with the Communication course from the RMIT University.

Bachelor of Business majoring in Events Management and Tourism
The Archaeology and Heritage Management (Basic level entry) programme from Flinders University aims to meet the research and professional needs of graduates with an interest in Australian archaeology, archaeological field practice and cultural heritage consultancy.
Development Studies
The Development Studies program at University of Melbourne provides specialist training in the fields of development and environment, development and gender, development and urbanisation, and health policy and development.
Public Policy and Management
In the Public Policy and Management program at University of Melbourne you’ll refine a high-level analytic skill-set that meets the demands of complex public policy-making. Use the theoretical and analytical perspectives and debates you learn in public policy, governance and management to generate understandings of the institutions, processes and practices of contemporary government and policy.
Psychology (Forensic)
Over two years of the Psychology (Forensic) program from University of New South Wales, you will study courses that cover psychological assessment, intervention in and applications of forensic psychology, professional and ethical practice, and law for psychologists.

International Business - International Relations
The International Business - International Relations programme from Griffith University provides a unique opportunity for students to gain two postgraduate awards at Master's level over a two year period.

Mental Health for Education
In this Mental Health for Education course from La Trobe University you will explore topics in school responsiveness, trauma theory, experiences and perceptions of mental illness and therapeutic skills for mental health.
Psychology (Clinical)
Through this Psychology (Clinical) program from James Cook University, you will gain the advanced academic and practical training for professional practice that is required for registration as a practising psychologist.

Applied Psychology (Professional)
If you’re working towards becoming a registered psychologist and have completed your fourth year, this Applied Psychology (Professional) course offered at Murdoch University provides you with the first step required in the 5+1 pathway.
Master of Public Policy
Gain the analytical, theoretical and professional skills to pursue a career in government, non-profit and private sectors both in Australia and internationally with a Master of Public Policy from Murdoch University.
International Relations
Master of International Relations at Bond University, is the ideal companion to undergraduate qualifications including business, communications, journalism, marketing, commerce, arts, and law.

Spiritual Direction
The Master of Spiritual Direction from the Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a coursework degree for those with a background in theology and an interest in developing a specialisation in spiritual direction.

Psychology (Clinical)
The Psychology (Clinical) course at Flinders University aims to prepare you for professional work in a wide variety of settings, ranging across community mental health, hospital and health care facilities, community welfare and correctional service settings.
Business (Economics, Finance and Marketing)
Within this Business (Economics, Finance and Marketing) course from RMIT University you'll choose your specialty and advance your knowledge to expert level.
National Security Policy
This National Security Policy degree at the Australian National University prepares new generations of national security policymakers, analysts, researchers and leaders, in line with the vision of the National Security College as a unique joint initiative between The Australian National University and the Australian Government.
Communication
Enhance your knowledge and gain a competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving industry with the Graduate Certificate in Communication at University of Canberra
Arts (Research)
The Master of Arts (Research) at Swinburne University of Technology offers students the opportunity to undertake supervised research in the related discipline of their choice. Their chosen discipline may include, for example, cultural studies, human society, media and communications, philosophy, politics, psychology or statistics.