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Master of Research | 2020
Testamur Title of Degree: | Master of Research |
Abbreviation: | MRes |
UOW Course Code: | 3065 |
CRICOS Code: | 0915122J |
Total Credit Points: | 96 |
Duration: | 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Unit: | Australian Institute for Innovative Materials |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn, Spring |
Delivery Mode: | On Campus (Face-to-face) |
Delivery Campus: | Innovation Campus |
Overview
The Master of Research degree comprises research and research training, requiring students to complete 96 credit points of subjects. The first year comprises of 48 credit points of research training and coursework while the second year comprises a 48 credit point thesis, which is assessed by two external examiners. Academic Units may award advanced standing for the research training and coursework component and will determine the appropriate entry point.
The following specialisation is available to students:
- Advanced Materials
Entry Requirements and Credit Arrangements
Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder.
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
| CLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems and concepts and apply established theories to identified discipline areas. | ||||||
| 2 | Understand, in the context of an advanced body of knowledge, recent developments in an identified discipline area. | ||||||
| 3 | With creativity and initiative, plan a substantial piece of research using advanced knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the identified discipline area. | ||||||
| 4 | Communicate effectively, to a range of audiences, coherent and sustained arguments to evaluate and justify the selected research question, research design and interpretation of research results | ||||||
| 5 | Implement a substantial piece of research that shows mastery of, and the capacity for critical reflection on, the application of theoretical knowledge with a high level of personal autonomy, accountability and regards for conventions for research integrity, privacy and integrity issues. | ||||||
| 6 | Disseminate research outcomes to specialist and non-specialist audiences. | ||||||
Course Structure
To qualify for award of the degree, the Master of Research, a candidate must successfully complete at least 96 credit points, as specified in the chosen area of study.
Advanced Materials
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| Completion of the following three subjects: | |||
| RESH802 | Responsible Research | 6 | Autumn |
| RESH900 | Fundamentals for HDR Writing* | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| RESH905 | Preliminary Research Project | 12 | Autumn, Spring |
| Plus 24 credit points from the Advanced Materials list below | |||
| Year 2 | |||
| RESH909 | Master of Research Thesis: Full Time | 24 | Autumn, Spring |
| RESH908 | Master of Research Thesis: Part- time | 12 | Autumn, Spring |
| Advanced Materials Elective List | |||
| AIIM910 | Advanced materials: synthesis and fabrication | 6 | Autumn |
| AIIM911 | Advanced Materials: Devices, Performance and Applications | 6 | Autumn |
| MATL913 | Structural Analysis of Materials | 6 | Autumn |
| PHYS969 | Advanced Electronic Materials | 6 | Spring |
| Or other subjects as approved by the course coordinator | |||
*This subject is compulsory for International Students only.
Other Information
For further information please email: isem-students@uow.edu.au