Melbourne,
VIC,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Philosophy in Architecture, Building and Planning in Parkville Australia | The University of Melbourne
The University of Melbourne
|
Parkville Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Research)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
52,000
(c. USD36,670.4)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Melbourne School of Design (MSD) draws exceptional graduates from Australia and abroad to pursue cutting-edge research in built environment studies through our Master of Philosophy (MPhil) program.
The MPhil represents an advanced research qualification demanding sophisticated analytical, conceptual, and writing abilities. With mentorship from academic supervisors, candidates cultivate specialized knowledge by undertaking self-directed, in-depth investigations into particular challenges, questions, or subjects. The resulting thesis showcases critical engagement with specialized knowledge while making an original scholarly contribution.
Professional opportunities
Earning this research degree grants you a prestigious qualification recognized worldwide. Our alumni have secured positions at prominent institutions and firms throughout Australia and internationally. Numerous graduates now hold influential roles in top-tier built environment practices globally and teach at prestigious universities worldwide, actively shaping progressive built environments across continents.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants are normally required to have been awarded at least one of the following:
a Masters by Research degree;
a Masters by Coursework degree (with a 25% research component); or
a four-year Bachelor with Honours degree.
Minimum level of academic achievement
Applicants should have achieved an overall H1 (80-100%) or H2A (75-79%) equivalent to grades received at an Australian university, in the relevant honours or Masters degree.
English language requirements:
IELTS (academic English Only): Overall 7.0 (with written 7.0 and no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL Internet-based test: 94 + ; Writing 27; Speaking 18; Reading 13; Listening 13;
Pearson Test of English Academic: 65 + written communicative skill of 65 and no other communicative skill below 50
Cambridge English: Advanced/ Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): 185 + no less than 185 in Writing and 169 in each other skill
Tuition
AUD
52,000