Australian studies program
The National Centre for Australian Studies (NCAS) offers an innovative program for international and domestic students. This is an advanced level coursework program which focuses on the study of contemporary Australia.
These courses aims to develop students' understanding of the diversity and extent of Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australian experience, and of Australian cultural and social forms in a global context. As a flexible and interdisciplinary program, the Master of Australian Studies will appeal to students with backgrounds in humanities subjects, such as literature and cultural studies, or in social science subjects, such as politics and international studies.
Career outcomes
Many students undertaking the Master of Australian Studies will be seeking to strengthen already advanced research and English language skills, and to increase their understanding of Australia by studying in Australia. Having specialised in Australian studies, graduates will be better qualified to interpret Australia in a variety of educational and professional contexts to the world.
Beautiful, cosmopolitan location and campus
The Caulfield campus of Monash University, where the Publishing and Editing courses are taught, is 12 minutes by train away from Melbourne and the dynamic, cosmopolitan centre of Australia’s most liveable city. The campus is a lively, multicultural environment for over 14,000 students and staff engaged in a wide range of activities, surrounded by beautiful inner garden suburbs. Learn more about the location of the campus.
Course description
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The following courses are offered:
Units available
- COM4001 Researching and Writing Australia
- AUS4010 Australian Society and Culture
- AUS4025 Australia in Global Perspective
- ENM5370 Contemporary Australian Poetry and Fiction
- HYM4320 Citizens: Histories of Australian Citizenship
- PLM4370 Citizenship and Democracy in Australian Politics
- PLM4800 Australian National Government
- RLM4100 Religion in Australian Society
- AUS5003 Research Dissertation in Australian Studies
Prospective students are advised to refer to the Monash Handbook for details of courses, units and teaching locations.
English language requirements
To gain entry to courses in the Faculty of Arts at Monash University as an international student, as well as meeting academic requirements, applicants must also meet Monash University's English language requirements. View details of English language requirements.
Monash Study Abroad Program
The Monash Study Abroad Program offers students the opportunity to study at Monash for one or two semesters. Students can use semester breaks to travel around Victoria, Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. View details of study abroad options.
How do I apply?
The application process can be quite involved and you will need to supply information to the university. View detailed information about the application process on the Faculty of Arts Future Students website.
Who do I contact for more information?
- General queries, contact the Centre's Student Services Officer, Carol Hinschen: carol.hinschen@arts.monash.edu.au
