C04205v1 Master of Arts in International Studies

Note(s)

Students intending to complete the Master of Arts in International Studies are encouraged to enrol directly into this program rather than enrolling initially in the graduate diploma and transferring to this course. This assists students and UTS: International Studies with planning an appropriate sequence of subjects.

In 2012 students pay $9540 towards the in-country study component of the course.

Overview

The Master of Arts in International Studies is part of an articulated program of study in which students develop or enhance their knowledge of the language and culture of a country chosen from the range offered in the international studies program.

Students have the opportunity to spend a semester at a university in their country of study, or write a dissertation related to that country.

Course aims

The program aims to enable students to learn or improve their knowledge of the language of a country they choose to study, learn about cultural diversity and social change, and learn about contemporary society in the chosen country.

Admission requirements

Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.

A minimum of two years' language study at an approved tertiary institution is recommended, but not required. Applicants who have completed a bachelor's, graduate diploma or master's in any field of study or a graduate certificate in a related field of study can apply. Applicants who do not possess the relevant qualification must submit a CV and personal statement outlining their educational and professional achievements.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 575 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 90 overall with a writing score of 21; or DEEP: C; or PTE: 64

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

Credit recognition

Course duration and attendance

The course is offered on a one-and-a-half-year, full-time or equivalent part-time basis.

Course structure

The course totals 72 credit points of study and focuses on developing or extending students' experience of language and culture. There are three compulsory components, which involve at least two semesters of study of a language and culture other than English as well as the International Studies Research Seminar subject. It is highly recommended that students also do the contemporary society elective subject relevant for their country major. Students can focus on one of the following countries or majors: Argentina, Canada (Québec), Chile, China, Colombia, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Latino USA, Mexico, Spain or Switzerland.

Students may select subjects beyond the lists of elective subjects with the approval of the graduate adviser. Not all subjects are available each semester.

Full-time students undertake 24 credit points a semester. Part-time students should undertake 16 credit points a semester.

Overseas study

Students may spend a semester overseas at an institution of higher education in the country of their language and culture major. Students pay $9540 towards the in-country study component. The remaining costs of tuition at overseas universities and of travel between Sydney and the student's place of study are paid by UTS. Visa fees are also paid by UTS and students are covered by the UTS Overseas Insurance Policy. Students must pay the costs of accommodation and other living expenses during the period of in-country study.

Course completion requirements

Course program

The example programs below show subject choices for the German Language and Culture option. Students undertaking one of the other language options undertake a similar sequence of subjects.

The part-time program shows the three compulsory subjects (i.e. two language and culture subjects and International Studies Research Seminar) and, as electives, a further two language and culture subjects plus Contemporary Germany.

Articulation with UTS courses

Other information

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