Master of Philosophy

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Overview

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree is an internationally-recognised Master's (by research) degree. It is designed for students to develop advanced skills in carrying out independent and sustained research. It culminates in a thesis of up to 50,000 words or its practice-based equivalent. The thesis should demonstrate a critical application of specialist knowledge and make an independent contribution to existing scholarship in the area of research. Each candidate undertakes a piece of independent and sustained research on a topic under academic supervision and leading to the submission of a thesis for examination. Please note that some research areas require a higher fee, and you will need to apply for a different course code.

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School

Graduate Research School

Course coordinator

Dan Bendrups

Location(s)

Melbourne (Bundoora), Mildura, Bendigo, Albury-Wodonga, Shepparton

CRICOS code

0100700

Course instance contact

Dan Bendrups

Course duration (full time)

2 years

Study level

Research

AQF level

Level 9 – Masters Degree by Research

Available only as an exit award

Study options

Domestic

International offshore

International onshore

Completion requirements

To qualify for award of the degree, you must submit a satisfactory thesis of up to 50,000 words which demonstrates specialised knowledge and research skills in your field. Your thesis will be examined by at least two examiners, including at least one from outside Australia. Papers written by you during … For more content click the Read more button below. An MPhil may be based on practice-based research resulting in creative work and an exegesis.

Papers written by you during your candidature may be included in your thesis, where these are of direct relevance to the research you describe in your thesis.

An MPhil may be based on practice-based research resulting in creative work and an exegesis.

Course structure

Thesis

Course intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:

Mastery of theoretical knowledge and ability to reflect critically on theory and its application.

Ability to analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and apply to established theories from different bodies of knowledge or practice.

Ability to generate and assess complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level.

Ability to design, use and evaluate research and research methods.

Advanced communication and technical skills to present coherent arguments and disseminate research findings to specialist and nonspecialist audiences.

Course features

Work based learning (placement) requirements

A range of work based learning opportunities are available, including internships, mentoring, and industry-linked projects.

Internships. Candidates who have successfully confirmed their candidature and who are making satisfactory progress may apply to participate in an internship at least one month before they submit their thesis. Refer to the Graduate Research Candidature Policy and associated information.

Candidates will apply separately to participate in an internship through a process detailed on the Graduate Research School website.

For more information visit https://www.latrobe.edu.au/researchers/grs/industry-community

Other opportunities

The Graduate Research School's Research Education and Development (RED) team supports and assists La Trobe graduate researchers in: quality research practices; strategies for success in research publication and funding; insight into researcher career paths and industry sectors; and practising excellent research communication skills. For more information, visit https://www.latrobe.edu.au/researchers/grs/red

Career outcomes

The Master of Philosophy is an internationally recognized master's by research degree that should equip graduates for further study (PhD) or employment in a range of occupations and positions across academic, government, non-government, education, community or private industries.

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