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493 Master's degrees in Social Sciences in Australia

Crosscultural and Applied Linguistics
In the Crosscultural and Applied Linguistics programme at The University of Sydney you will learn core concepts of language and culture, and gain skills in applying them in areas ranging from marketing to education, teaching English to speakers of other languages, community relations, media, medicine, and business
Communication
This Communication programme from Deakin University will prepare you for communication roles of the future. Work on projects that mimic real industry briefs and advance your current skill set.
Anthropology and Planetary Futures
Anthropology and Planetary Futures from Australian National University provides a humanities and social science lens to understand overlapping threats to social, ecological, political, economic, and health systems.

Master of Philosophy (Public Policy)
The Master of Philosophy (Public Policy) programme from Curtin University aims to expand knowledge beyond the undergraduate honours or postgraduate diploma level, culminating in a research thesis.
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.

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.
Health Economics
Boost your career prospects in health with a Master of Health Economics from Deakin University. Gain understanding of health care finance, policies and development and use your expertise to inform policy and health practices on a global scale.
Counselling
Counselling from University of New England equips you to support people in need with practical skills and advanced knowledge. Future proof your career as a registered counsellor, able to engage in professional, reflexive counselling practice in an environment of genuineness, acceptance, caring, compassion and empathy.

Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
The Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology) programme offered by Victoria University provides an accredited pathway to clinical psychology endorsement with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) as a fully registered psychologist.
Economics
Invest in your career success with future-focussed study that provides you with the high-level analytical and decision-making skills sought after by employers in today’s job market with the Economics program from University of Queensland.
Peace and Conflict Studies
Graduate with the knowledge and practical skills to engage in conflict resolution, peacekeeping and peacebuilding in the contemporary global context with the Master in Peace and Conflict Studies offered at the University of Queensland.
Maternal, Child and Family Health
This Maternal, Child and Family Health course from Adelaide University will equip you with skills to nurture healthier Australian families.
International Development
This Master of International Development from University of Canberra explores the latest theories on sustainable development and cross-cultural practice, in relation to issues such as poverty, empowerment and gender. You will intricately hone your practice-led research skills and be prepared for a rewarding career solving some of the most challenging problems facing the world today.
Criminology
Make a positive impact on society by investigating criminal behaviour, why certain people commit crimes, their motivations and how to prevent it with Criminology from Murdoch University.
Strategic Studies
The Strategic Studies program at the Australian National University combines the theoretical and practical expertise of leading academics and policy-makers to deliver Australia’s foremost strategic studies program. Develop the analytical frameworks you need to tackle the regional and global strategic and security challenges of your career, and graduate a leader in your field.

Counselling
This Counselling course at University of Tasmania equips students with fundamental knowledge and skills in counselling, together with an understanding of the ethical, legal and professional issues in relation to the practice of counselling required for employment in a range of counselling roles.

Master of Community Development
The Master of Community Development MA program offered at Murdoch University is for those wanting to make a difference through positive change to make their neighbourhood a better place.
Education (Guidance and Counselling)
The Master of Education (Guidance and Counselling) from University of Southern Queensland is ideal for teachers wishing to extend their career as a guidance officer, guidance counsellor or school counsellor.
Psychology (Health)
This Psychology (Health) course from Adelaide University is your path to becoming a registered psychologist. As one of only two health psychology degrees offered in Australia, it delivers comprehensive training in both health promotion and clinical health psychology.
Politics and Policy
Focus on the development, implementation and politics of public policy with a Master of Politics and Policy at Deakin University.