Master of Research (MDHS)

Course Details

This is a research-only or research-intensive course taken after a Bachelors degree that will prepare the candidate for a Doctor of Philosophy. Applicants must complete the Masters prior to applying for a PhD. Conversion from an MRes will not be available but on completion of the MRes applicants may apply to commence a PhD. All students enrolled in the Master of Research will comply with the Graduate Research Policies and Procedures as apply to the Master of Philosophy and PhD and other research masters degrees. To provide a research-intensive experience at the Masters level over 2 years full-time.

Qualification: Master Degree (By Coursework)

Course structure: Candidates enrol in a year-long thesis subject for the duration of the degree.; A candidate will have appropriately experienced supervisor/s and an Advisory Committee who in consultation with the candidate, arranges a course of supervised research designed to suit the individual requirements and interests of the candidate.; A candidate may be required to supplement their research program by attendance at, or enrolment in, additional subjects if considered necessary by the supervisor(s) and course coordinator.; Academic progress is reviewed formally every six months throughout the degree.; All candidates for the degree will be examined on the basis of their thesis which is examined externally. The thesis should normally be up to 30,000 words in length excluding tables, illustrations and bibliography. The minimum passing grade is 65% for a Masters by Research degree.; All candidates will make an oral presentation of the thesis content in the form of a poster towards the end of their candidature. The poster is not formally assessed but satisfactory completion of this hurdle is compulsory in order to meet the requirements of the degree.; Candidates should refer to the University policy library for further information regarding candidature, academic progress, ethics, thesis preparation and examination.