Masters (Coursework)
Join one of our world-renowned research groups, work with state-of-the-art equipment, and soak up all the professional development opportunities and international connections that come with studying at Australia's leading university.
With seven schools to choose from (BioSciences, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Ecosystem and Forest Sciences, Geography, Mathematics and Statistics, and Physics) and more than 500 academic researchers to work with, you're sure to find a team and an MPhil project that will suit you.
Typically taken over 1.5 years full time (part time available for domestic students), you'll be independently working on an innovative research project that results in a 30,000-40,000-word thesis, which will make a distinct contribution to knowledge in your field.
You'll have regular progress reviews with a supervisory panel to ensure good progress towards completion of your thesis. As they're completed, sections of your research thesis can be submitted for publication in scientific journals.
The Master of Philosophy (Science) involves no compulsory coursework, though with approval you may be able to take coursework subjects that are relevant to your research.
Undertake an MPhil in one of seven schools:
A Master of Philosophy (Science) is a step towards a research career in many areas of science.
Many MPhil graduates go on to undertake a PhD, which then leads to work as a postdoctoral research scientist and then on to careers in research and teaching in academia. Alternatively, they move into industry, where the technical and professional skills that come with an MPhil are highly valued.
Employers include:
We welcome applications from students who have completed or are close to completing their prerequisite studies. Please follow the steps below.
For more application information please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions below.