Master of Philosophy

Australian Catholic University

Australia, Sydney

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Australian Catholic University

Australia , Sydney

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Research

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

017784A

Campuses

Melbourne

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025

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Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 28,940 / year

Next Intake July-2025

Master of Philosophy

About

Overview

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a two year full-time (or part-time equivalent) research degree in a field covered by the University, including theology and philosophy, nursing and midwifery, education, business or arts and sciences. It is assessed on the basis of a written thesis which is submitted at the conclusion of the degree.

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

A candidate for the degree of Master of Philosophy must comply with the Higher Degree Research Regulations.

An applicant for admission to candidature for the degree of Master of Philosophy must have completed one of the following:

a. An appropriate undergraduate degree with Honours at a minimum level of Second Class Division A (Distinction average); or

b. Postgraduate research training (eg coursework completed to distinction level or higher or a master-by-coursework degree); or

c. Demonstrated research experience with evidence of capacity to undertake independent research work (eg an authored publication).

Meeting the eligibility requirements for admission is not in itself a guarantee of admission. The candidate’s potential to undertake research, the quality and feasibility of the research proposal, the availability of appropriate supervision and the referee’s reports will all be taken into consideration. Please refer to Regulation 5.2.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2025 Admission.