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4 Best Social Sciences & Psychology Master's Universities in Australia 2026

This ranks 3 Social Sciences & Psychology master’s options in Australia for 2026. It suits applicants choosing between public universities and comparing what is published before applying.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

4 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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ME University of Melbourne logo

University of Melbourne

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · Public University

★ 79 QS World #13 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
AUD 41,500 – AUD 56,000/yr
Founded
1853
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MO Monash University logo

Monash University

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · Public University

★ 76 QS World #37 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
AUD 39,000 – AUD 52,500/yr
Founded
1958
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AU Avondale University logo

Avondale University

Australia · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Master's Social Sciences & Psychology?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Melbourne, Monash University, Avondale University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master's in Social Sciences & Psychology cost abroad?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Social Sciences & Psychology abroad?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Social Sciences & Psychology at Master's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Social Sciences & Psychology at Master's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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At master’s level, these programmes suit applicants who already want advanced study in social sciences and psychology rather than an entry-level qualification. For an international applicant, the main decision is whether the degree is meant to support further academic study, professional progression, or a change of direction within the field.

The options are all public universities. Melbourne is the only city named, so one choice is in a large city while the other two are not tied to a city in the available facts. One university has a published tuition figure of AUD 41,500; the other two do not, so their fees need to be confirmed directly before applying.

Before applying, verify the full programme title, the exact tuition fee for each university, and the entry requirements. Also confirm whether the course is delivered in Melbourne or another location, since that matters for living costs and relocation planning.