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This scientific research program cultivates advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills for professional practice in natural and physical sciences. The curriculum establishes a foundation for developing experts capable of designing, assessing, executing, and communicating solutions to complex research challenges.
Curtin University is renowned for its practical research focused on addressing real-world issues. Our research initiatives are supported by robust collaborations with industry, business, and government sectors, yielding impactful results that benefit communities at local, national, and international levels. Our global reputation as a leader in industry-focused research provides graduates with exceptional opportunities to become pioneers in their disciplines.
Master theoretical concepts while critically evaluating their practical applications. Examine, interpret, and integrate complex data, challenges, principles, and frameworks, applying proven methodologies across various knowledge domains. Formulate and assess sophisticated concepts at an abstract level. Develop, employ, and critique investigative approaches and methodologies. Articulate and defend coherent arguments while effectively communicating research proposals, methodologies, and findings to diverse audiences including peers, the public, and international research communities. Conceive, analyze, implement, theorize, and share groundbreaking research that expands existing knowledge boundaries
To be considered for admission to a Master of Research program an applicant must be completing, but not have completed, the Degree of Bachelor with first class honours or upper second-class honours within Curtin.
Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): 176; and Pearson Test of English Academic: 60. IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking - 6.0; Overall band score 6.5; TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) 79 (overall) Reading 13 Listening 13 Speaking 18 Writing 21.