Master of Philosophy

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a postgraduate research degree that develops high level research skills through training in research design and provides candidates with the opportunity to conduct a significant research project in their chosen discipline.

Graduates will make a contribution to the body of knowledge in their field of study and be able to communicate this contribution to their peers and the community.This qualification is highly regarded by public and private sector employers and may also provide an entry pathway to a PhD or towards an academic career.

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 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 Demonstrate cognitive, technical and creative skills in a discipline area to plan and execute a substantial piece of research that makes a contribution to knowledge 2 Demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and critically reflect on, synthesise and evaluate complex information, problems, concepts, and theories 3 Communicate a coherent and sustained argument, explaining and disseminating research results and conclusions to peers and to the community 4 Apply advanced knowledge of research, research integrity, ethics and the rights and safety of others, to plan and execute a substantial piece of research with a high level of autonomy, accountability, adaptability and responsibility for personal outputs.