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The Master of Philosophy (Education) program at The University of Notre Dame Australia is ideal for those beginning their postgraduate academic journey. This degree equips students with essential research and thesis-writing skills while offering continuous guidance from university supervisors. Our faculty assists in developing and refining research proposals while providing ongoing mentorship. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Looking to advance your professional path? The Master of Philosophy (Education) could be your next step, combining coursework with significant research culminating in a thesis. Students can enroll full-time (typically 18 months) or part-time (usually 3 years).
The curriculum includes four mandatory research preparation courses: Quantitative Research Methods, Qualitative Research Methods, Scholarly Reading and Writing, and Developing a Research Proposal. These foundational courses help shape key aspects of your research while building critical analysis and academic writing capabilities. The curriculum includes four mandatory research preparation courses: Quantitative Research Methods, Qualitative Research Methods, Scholarly Reading and Writing, and Developing a Research Proposal. These foundational courses help shape key aspects of your research while building critical analysis and academic writing capabilities.
Possession of a Bachelor’s degree (AQF level 7 qualification); or in exceptional circumstances, an equivalent academic or professional background that is considered by the Dean of the School to be an appropriate preparation for independent study and research work at master’s level.
IELTS (Academic) - 7.0 overall, with no score lower than 7.0 in writing and no other individual band score lower than 6.5; CAE/CPE - 185 overall, with no score lower than 185 in writing and no other band score lower than 176; PTE Academic - 68 overall, with no score lower than 68 in writing and no other band score lower than 58; TOEFL (iBT) - 94 overall, with no score lower than 27 in writing and no other individual band score lower than 20.