Masters (Coursework)
The Master of Philosophy (Health Sciences) at The University of Notre Dame Australia is a research degree combining coursework in research training with a major research thesis. It includes a substantial research component and requires supervision throughout the program.
Are you ready to embark on a research project? A Master of Philosophy (Health Sciences) at The University of Notre Dame Australia is a research degree that combines coursework in research training with writing a major research thesis. Students from other disciplines can undertake a Master of Philosophy in Health Sciences, but additional coursework may be required to support the study process. Contact us today to discuss your options.
Why study this degree?The Master of Philosophy (Health Sciences) is a postgraduate research degree comprising both coursework and a substantial research component culminating in submitting a thesis or equivalent for independent examination. Each candidate must have a minimum of two supervisors who will support and provide academic guidance throughout the degree. Supervisors will help candidates prepare their research proposal and continue to mentor and direct their work until the thesis is submitted for examination.
Candidates can undertake the program in either a full-time or a part-time capacity. The standard time for completion (not including periods of approved leave of absence) will generally be one and a half years for a full-time student and three years for a part-time student. The minimum time for completion will generally be one year and is usually only applicable to students with prior research experience or qualifications.
The following criteria are required for a student to be admitted to the Master of Philosophy program:
An applicant may be required to demonstrate an ability to understand and communicate in both written and spoken English at a level adequate for the purpose of pursuing the program of study or as deemed by the Dean of School.
Upon successful completion of the Master of Philosophy (Health Sciences), graduates will be able to:
Master of Philosophy (Health Sciences) graduates may pursue careers in industry, academia and research organisations. Fields include journalism and media, Government and public administration, computing, law, education and research.
The coursework component comprises four compulsory research training courses to be completed as a prerequisite to the student's individual research project. The coursework courses will provide opportunities for candidates to formulate substantial elements of their planned research (e.g. topic refinement, identification and justification of the preferred research method(s), preparation of a draft proposal) and to develop personal competencies in critical analysis and scholarly writing relevant to their profession.
The completion of the coursework is facilitated by a course delivery schedule which takes into consideration that candidates may be in full-time employment during their candidature. A Credit average must be achieved in the coursework as a prerequisite for proceeding to the research component. Within some Schools, a compulsory sequence of courses exists. The structure of the degree in these cases is as follows:
Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.
View application steps for a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program on How to apply - Graduate research.
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