Master of Environmental Studies

University of Tasmania

About

The Master of Research qualifies individuals who apply an advanced body of knowledge in a range of contexts for research and scholarships and as a pathway for further research.A research degree is an advanced study program that gives you an opportunity to deeply explore a topic of your choice and the expertise of their supervisors.

To find an expert in your field of interest, see the Web Access Research Portal (WARP) site.Research degree candidates are driven by naturally inquiring minds, and have a passion to solve problems and advance humanity.

A research degree allows you to conduct your own, unique research, and produce new knowledge and expertise that is innovative, relevant, and enlightened.Research degrees equip graduates with the transferable skills and attributes necessary for challenging and diverse roles in industry, government and business, as well as in research and academic organisations.At the University of Tasmania, a research degree is a true mark of endeavour, providing you with the training and skills necessary for a career in academia and beyond.To apply, see the Graduate Research website for application information.

Structure

A Master of Research is a course of supervised research and professional development conducted over 1-2 years (full-time) or 2-4 years (part-time), culminating in the examination of a thesis or creative equivalent, by at least two external examiners.

Master of Research Candidature is structured around a series of milestones:

  1. Draft Research Plan submitted at 3 months equivalent full time enrolment
  2. Confirmation of Candidature by 12 months equivalent full time enrolment
  3. Thesis or creative equivalent submission for examination no later than 24 months equivalent full time enrolment

Master of Research Candidates are concurrently enrolled in a Graduate Certificate in Research designed to provide you with a range of training activities and career development opportunities that assist in developing high-level research, communication and management skills. The skills obtained will give you an edge with future employment opportunities.

The University also offers candidate opportunities to engage in research seminars, present at conferences and participate in skill development workshops.

The campus of study will vary depending on the location of the candidate, the supervisor and the research field.

Entry requirements

Applicants should apply after finding a potential supervisor and discussing and agreeing on their proposed topic. Applicants will be considered who have:

International applicants must also meet the University's English language requirements for admission.

Please see the University of Tasmania's Admission Requirements for further information.

Applicants should apply after finding a potential supervisor and discussing and agreeing on their proposed topic. Applicants will be considered who have:

International applicants must also meet the University's English language requirements for admission.

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