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Master of Philosophy

Testamur Title of Degree:

Master of Philosophy (Civil Engineering)
Master of Philosophy (Environmental Engineering)
Master of Philosophy (Materials Engineering)
Master of Philosophy (Mechanical Engineering)
Master of Philosophy (Mechatronic Engineering)
Master of Philosophy (Mining Engineering)
Master of Philosophy (Physics)
Master of Philosophy (Medical Radiation Physics)

Abbreviation:

MPhil

My University:

Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Mining Engineering, Physics, Medical Radiation Physics.

Duration:

2 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Total Credit Points:

96

Delivery Mode:

On campus

Starting Session(s):

Autumn/Spring
*Course on offer from Spring 2013

Location:

Wollongong

UOW Course Code:

1352

CRICOS Code:

078366C

Overview

Master of Philosophy candidates undertake both coursework and research. The coursework helps to prepare students to undertake in-depth research in order to make an original contribution to the body of knowledge in a chosen field of study. This qualification can lead to, or enhance, an academic career and is also highly regarded by public and private sector employers.

Entry Requirements/Assumed Knowledge

A Bachelor plus a coursework Masters degree with a minimum credit average (65% or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0), or a four year Bachelor Honours degree (with a minimum of 2-2 Honours) are the typical entry requirements for the Master of Philosophy. A three year Bachelor degree (without Honours), but with a distinction average (75%) may also be a suitable entry requirement, if in the same discipline as the proposed program.

Research related and professional experience will also be considered when assessing qualifications. The Head of Postgraduate Studies for the relevant unit will approve entry into the Master of Philosophy, based on academic results, research and professional experience.

For International students the English language entry criteria will be as indicated on the University website: http://www.uow.edu.au/future/international/apply/english/index.html

Candidates with a coursework masters degree or a four year Bachelor (Honours) degree in the same discipline may be granted up to 24cp of advanced standing for the coursework component of the Masters of Philosophy.

Course Requirements and Articulation

The degree is composed of a 72 credit point research thesis and 24 credit points of coursework. The coursework component of the degree will include 24 credit points of 400/900 level subjects, approved by the Head of School and the Head of Postgraduate Studies. As part of the coursework component, it is recommended that each international candidate complete Fundamentals for HDR Writing (RESH900), unless waived by the Head of Postgraduate Studies.

Candidates are required to successfully complete the coursework component of the Master of Philosophy. In the research component, which comprises 72 credit points, candidates prepare their research thesis. Candidates enrol in a full time (THES924 for 24cp) or part time (THES912 for 12cp) thesis subject each session. This component represents 1.5 year of full time study (or equivalent) for students.

A transfer from the Master of Philosophy to a Doctor of Philosophy may be possible after successful completion of the coursework, and at least 9 months of the thesis component. Refer to the HDR Handbook for further details.

Candidates who wish to withdraw from the Master of Philosophy and apply for entry to a postgraduate coursework degree may receive up to 24 credit points of advanced standing.

Specialisations

    • Civil Engineering

    • Environmental Engineering

    • Materials Engineering

    • Mechanical Engineering

    • Mechatronic Engineering

    • Mining Engineering

    • Physics

    • Medical Radiation Physics

Other Information

Further information is available at http://coursefinder.uow.edu.au/ or email: eis@uow.edu.au

Last reviewed: 17 July, 2013