Philosophy

Master of Philosophy degree enables you to complete independent research under the supervision of expert academics, including the submission of a thesis.While it is not necessary that an MPhil thesis would make a major contribution to the discipline by way of new knowledge (as a PhD would require), an MPhil thesis would be expected to make a contribution to an existing body of knowledge, by applying, clarifying, critiquing or interpreting that knowledge.The principal component of the MPhil is a thesis of up to 35,000 words, embodying the results of a research project.

Candidates are supported by a minimum of two supervisors throughout their candidature.

Together with supervisors, each candidate is responsible for developing the research program to be followed and should be designed to take no more than two years of full-time equivalent candidature.

This course consists of a coursework component and a research and thesis component.

Qualifications

All applicants must be able to demonstrate a capacity to carry out independent research and have adequate training and ability to pursue the proposed course of study. See the Section 2.1 of the Graduate Research Handbooks for detailed information.

English requirements

Sound English language skills are required for academic programs at Monash University. See the Section 2.2 of the Graduate Research Handbooks for detailed information.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Learning outcomes

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 9 and Monash Graduate Attributes.

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will be able to:

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extend knowledge, expertise and skill through the application of research to business problems and issues

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gain experience in the design and implementation of research

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develop the ability to carry out independent research

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make a contribution to an existing body of knowledge by applying, clarifying or interpreting that knowledge