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The Master of Philosophy program is designed to extend your knowledge beyond undergraduate honors or postgraduate diploma qualifications, with a research thesis as the final outcome. After earning this research-based master's degree, you'll be eligible to apply for admission to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program.
Research-focused graduate degrees stand apart from other postgraduate programs by requiring that research constitutes at least two-thirds of the study plan. While some coursework may be necessary, your primary focus will be developing a thesis under the direction of a supervisor and associate supervisor(s). Examiners must judge your thesis to make a significant original contribution to any field of knowledge, whether through new discoveries, theoretical developments, or creative reinterpretations of existing information and concepts. Additionally, it should showcase your ability to plan, execute, and finalize independent research projects.
Curtin University has earned widespread recognition for its practical research approach that directly addresses real-world challenges. Our research initiatives are supported by robust collaborations with industry, business, and government sectors, leading to outcomes that create meaningful impact for communities at local, national, and international levels. Our global reputation as a leader in industry-focused research provides graduates with exceptional opportunities to emerge as pioneers in their respective disciplines.
To be eligible for entry to our research courses, you need to have achieved the following:
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking - 6.0; Overall band score 6.5; TOEFL Score: 79 (overall); Reading 13; Listening 13; Speaking 18; Writing 21; Pearson Test of English - Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking - 50; Overall band score 58; TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and PBT (Paper Based Test) - 570 and 4.5 in TWE; C1 Advanced Formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 176 with 169 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. C2 Proficiency Formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) 190 with 176 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking.