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Tailored for graduates who have completed a Masters by coursework or an Honours Bachelor degree, our Master of Philosophy is entirely research-based and spans two years of full-time study. With mentorship from an experienced research supervisor, you'll design and execute your own independent research project on a topic that inspires you. The program offers the freedom to explore personal interests while maintaining relevance to your academic discipline.This self-directed degree eliminates traditional coursework, focusing instead on research milestones to ensure steady progress toward completing your thesis or creative output. Your journey culminates in producing a significant thesis or creative work with an accompanying exegesis, followed by an oral defense before an examination panel.We recognize the challenges of juggling studies with work, family, and other responsibilities. That's why our Master of Philosophy offers flexible study options, allowing you to choose between full-time or part-time enrollment to maintain your current commitments while pursuing academic goals.A research degree represents an in-depth exploration of a specialized subject area. During your studies, you'll tackle complex intellectual, creative, and practical problems with rigorous analysis.Whether your aspirations include becoming an authority in your field, securing specialized career opportunities, or translating research into real-world innovations, a research degree opens numerous possibilities.Under expert guidance, you'll develop sophisticated analytical skills and advanced research techniques. Your work will contribute new knowledge to address critical challenges in your discipline while refining your ability to communicate complex ideas effectively to both academic and public audiences.
For admission to a Master of Philosophy degree, you will need to have completed either (or equivalent to):
* The 0.5 EFTSL of research training must have included at least 50% of research on a focussed topic.