Master of Philosophy

Course Details

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is an internationally recognised, stand-alone degree that enables students to develop advanced skills in independent and sustained research for the advancement of learning and/or professional practice. The thesis should demonstrate a critical application of specialist knowledge and make an independent contribution to existing scholarship in the area of research. Delivered within Avondale Universitys Christian education framework, the degree helps students develop ethical scholarship and attitudes that are conducive to personal and collective involvement. Research specialisations can be in the areas of Education, Arts, Nursing, Ministry and Theology. The MPhil degree facilitates students independent learning and prepares them for continuing professional development by enhancing their transferable skills, research techniques and application through various activities which will:Enable appropriate evidence of advanced knowledge about a specialist body of theoretical and/or applied topics; Encourage a high order of skill in analysis, and critical evaluation through the planning and execution of a piece of scholarship or research; and Assist creativity and flexibility in the application of knowledge and skills to new situations, to solve complex problems and to think rigorously and independently.

Qualification: Master Degree (By Coursework)

Course structure: Core structure of the MPhil course:.; An MPhil candidate, whether studying by full-time or part-time study, will normally enrol in two units across the course of their degree:.; MPHL61000 Master of Philosophy Thesis.; MPHL62000 Master of Philosophy Thesis – Under Examination.; Milestones