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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 experienced research supervisor, you'll design and execute your own independent research project on a subject you're deeply passionate about. The program offers the freedom to explore topics aligned with your personal interests and professional field. This self-directed degree has no mandatory classes or coursework—instead, you'll meet progress milestones to stay on track toward completing your thesis or creative output. Your journey will culminate in producing a substantial 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 advancing your academic goals. Develop essential independent research skills, sharpen your analytical and creative problem-solving abilities, and prepare for careers demanding advanced research expertise through our Master of Philosophy program.
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.
Additional requirements
You will need to demonstrate that your prior qualifications are in a discipline relevant to the proposed area of research – unless an exemption is approved by the Pro Vice Chancellor: Research Training (or delegate).
Please note that admission to a research degree at Adelaide University is conditional on the availability of a suitable supervisory panel and resources to support the proposed project.