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Tailored for graduates who have finished a coursework Masters or Honours Bachelor degree, our Master of Philosophy is entirely research-based and spans two years of full-time study. With mentorship from an accomplished research supervisor, you'll conceptualize, design, and execute your own independent research project on a subject you're deeply passionate about. The program offers the freedom to explore personally meaningful topics aligned with your academic discipline.This research-intensive degree operates without traditional classes or coursework. Instead, you'll meet periodic progress milestones to ensure steady advancement toward completing your thesis or creative output. Your academic journey will culminate in producing a significant thesis or creative work with accompanying analysis, followed by an oral defense before an examination panel.We recognize the challenges of juggling studies with professional, family, and personal obligations. That's why our Master of Philosophy program offers adaptable study options, allowing you to choose between full-time or part-time enrollment to maintain your current responsibilities while achieving your academic aspirations.
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.