Master of Philosophy

    Master of Philosophy

    Duration2 year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 25, 2026
    Master of Philosophy

    About

    Develop your independent research skills with the Master of Philosophy. This postgraduate research course is 2 years of full-time equivalent study.

    Make a new contribution to knowledge or evaluate existing material in a new light with an MPhil research project. Complete your project with the production of a research thesis.

    Gain the skills to take on theoretical and practical approaches to problems and innovate with a broad range of potential applications. Develop yourself professionally within your chosen sector or apply your research, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to new contexts.

    Create knowledge, transform your future.

    As a JCU Master of Philosophy candidate you’ll undertake focussed research in the Tropics. Explore and generate new knowledge to meet the social, environmental and sustainability challenges facing tropical communities.

    Tailor your program to meet your individual interests as a research student. Your research project is the largest component of your course, and you will be guided by a research advisory academic team. Access a range of coursework, professional development and modularised learning materials to help support you throughout the MPhil. You’ll be encouraged to present your research, write research publications and give conference presentations.

    View the Handbook for a detailed overview of available subjects.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    AQF level 7 bachelor degree with conditions

    English language requirements

    Band 2

    If your native language is not English, you must meet the minimum English language requirements for this course.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 52
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 74

    English Program Requirements

    International students must attain an IELTS Academic with an average level of 7.5 or more, across the four components of listening, speaking, reading and writing; no score below level 7.0 in any of these components; and a score of 8.0 or more in the components of speaking and listening. Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement.

    English competency requirements may also be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

    • Bachelor degree or master degree from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK or the USA, or
    • Undergraduate degree taught in English from a South African University.

    Career

    JCU Master of Philosophy (MPhil) graduates are internationally recognised as experts who discover valuable new knowledge in their fields.

    The skills you develop during your MPhil will enable you to develop yourself professionally within your existing sector, or to apply your research, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to new contexts. Graduates can also continue their independent research in a Doctor of Philosophy.

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    How to Apply

    1 — Select your course

    2 — Confirm entry requirements

    3 — Check application due dates

    4 — Meet your Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirements

    5 — Check if you’re required to apply via an agent

    6 — Prepare your documents

    7 — Submit your application

    Master of Philosophy
    James Cook University
    James Cook University
    Australia

    Australia, Townsville

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