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Edith Cowan University (ECU)

  • 19% international / 81% domestic

Master of Science by Research

  • Masters (Research)

Advanced, research-based studies in theoretical and applied areas of biological science, environmental science, environmental management, sustainability, horticulture, bioinformatics, analytical chemistry, physics, data science or mathematics.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Research)
Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Course Code
I84, 0100040
Study Mode
In person
International Fees
$42,850 per year / $85,700 total

About this course

Advanced, research-based studies in theoretical and applied areas of biological science, environmental science, environmental management, sustainability, horticulture, bioinformatics, analytical chemistry, physics, data science or mathematics.

The course aims to extend knowledge in the discipline area alongside knowledge of research methods in those areas of science and management. Students will undertake a significant independent research investigation resulting in a thesis that will have relevance to the above areas of science and management.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Research) Award.

Advanced, research-based studies in theoretical and applied areas of biological science, environmental science, environmental management, sustainability, horticulture, bioinformatics, analytical chemistry, physics, data science or mathematics.

The course aims to extend knowledge in the discipline area alongside knowledge of research methods in those areas of science and management. Students will undertake a significant independent research investigation resulting in a thesis that will have relevance to the above areas of science and management.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Research) Award.

Entry requirements

Course Entry

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

  • Academic admission requirements (Band 8) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

    • Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline; or
    • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.

  • English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

    • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
    • Bachelor degree from a country specified on the English Proficiency Bands page;
    • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
    • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
    • Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.

Study locations

Joondalup

Career pathways

Career Opportunities

Employment opportunities exist in research institutions, universities and private and corporate industries.

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