Master of Philosophy overview
Delve deep into interesting propositions and the minds of great thinkers. Master’s of philosophy courses can be either coursework or research based, with potential to major in disciplines like natural and physical sciences, Arts, and many more.
Most master’s of philosophy degrees take two years to complete if studying full-time, with a few institutions offering degrees you can complete in one year.
Coursework master
Coursework philosophy master’s degrees are ideal for those who are interested in learning the specific arguments and theories behind certain schools of thought and historical periods.
Research master
Research philosophy master’s courses allow you to contribute to the field. Complete research on an existing philosophical argument, or test your own thesis.
Employment options
Coursework and research philosophy master’s degrees alike will both improve your abilities to reason, research, analyse and think critically. These skills can prepare you for a whole range of professions.
Completing a research master’s of philosophy is a necessary step before applying for PhD program.
Scholarships and funding
See if you could get a scholarship to study philosophy by checking out our scholarship search tool. It’s an up-to-date list of all scholarships and bursaries offered by major Australian universities.
Another option for financial assistance is to apply for Youth Allowance or Austudy. Find out how, why and who can apply for this by readin here.
Prerequisites and selection process
Many master’s of philosophy degrees may revolve around answering philosophical questions within the realms of other disciplines, including science, business, mathematics, and many more. For this reason it is possible to apply for a master’s in philosophy with an undergraduate degree in a different subject. However, the requirements of each individual university vary greatly. Check to see where you can apply here.