Master of Philosophy, Mathematical Sciences

    Master of Philosophy, Mathematical Sciences

    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 37,944 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 25, 2026

    Master of Philosophy, Mathematical Sciences

    About

    The Australian National University provides our MPhil candidates with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support. When selecting a research program, an institution's reputation is everything. ANU is one of the world's leading universities, and the smart choice for your research program.

    As an MPhil candidate you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field. Your research will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.


    MPhil graduates in the Mathematical Sciences are valued by a range of employers for their demonstrated creativity, innovation, independence, research and problem-solving abilities, and organisational skills. An MPhil in Mathematical Sciences can lead to a whole new world of opportunities. For example, you may:

    • become a researcher in a university, industry or government research organisation such as CSIRO, Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation, Geoscience Australia, Australian Signal Directorate, Defence Science and Technology Group;
    • work in areas requiring quantitative skills such as finance, environmental modelling, quantitative biology, data science or computation;
    • gain access to a wide range of careers, not just in academic research.

    Disciplines

    Mathematical Sciences Institute

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Admission Requirements

    At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry.

    Admission to a Master of Philosophy is also subject to supervisory capacity, availability of appropriate infrastructure and resources, and approval from the relevant Delegated Authority within the Academic College.

    Applicants must:

    1. Present a relevant Bachelor degree or international equivalent

  • With a minimum overall grade of distinction or higher;
  • or an equivalent combination of qualifications, research publications and/or professional experience related to the field of study.
  • 2. Have the written approval of an identified supervisor for the research project/thesis.

    3. Provide:

  • A research proposal outlining your intended research, (applicants should seek guidance from the potential supervisor regarding length and content);
  • Original evidence of all relevant academic qualifications and graduation documentation (with English translation as appropriate);
  • An up-to-date CV including academic qualifications, work experience and research publications;
  • At least two academic referee reports.
  • 4. All applicants must meet the University’s English Language Admission Requirements for Students.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 64
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 80

    Career

    Career Options

    ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.

    We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.

    Employment Opportunities

    Career options following the Master of Philosophy include many opportunities in addition to an academic path. Alumni of the Master of Philosophy from the Mathematical Sciences Institute may go on to careers such as data mining, data analysis, meteorology, quantitative analysis, finance, actuary, defence, fusion science, and industrial research.

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    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    37,944 / year(s)
    Application Fee 150

    Master of Philosophy, Mathematical Sciences

    Australian National University

    Australian National University

    Australia

    Australia, Canberra