Master of Philosophy (By Research)

Australian Catholic University (ACU)

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00004G

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) program is a two year full-time (or part-time equivalent) research degree in any field covered by the university, including theology and philosophy, nursing and midwifery, education, business, or arts and sciences. It is assessed on the basis of a written thesis which is submitted at the conclusion of the degree.

Structure

160 credit points. This course is completed by a major thesis only.

Subjects

  • Philosophy

Standard entry requirements

  • Undergraduate Honours degree
  • Or a Master degree with relevant research training
  • Or a Master preliminary program
  • Or equivalent

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Ballarat (Aquinas) International: $54,600 No
  • Full-time : 2 years
  • Part-time : 4 years
Brisbane (McAuley at Banyo) International: $54,600 No
  • Full-time : 2 years
  • Part-time : 4 years
Canberra (Signadou) International: $54,600 No
  • Full-time : 2 years
  • Part-time : 4 years
Melbourne (St Patrick's) International: $54,600 No
  • Full-time : 2 years
  • Part-time : 4 years
North Sydney (MacKillop) International: $54,600 No
  • Full-time : 2 years
  • Part-time : 4 years
Strathfield (Mount Saint Mary) International: $54,600 No
  • Full-time : 2 years
  • Part-time : 4 years

Fee comments

Campuses: Ballarat (Aquinas), Canberra (Signadou), Melbourne (St Patrick's), Strathfield (Mount Saint Mary).

Domestic students enrolling in a master-by-research or doctoral degree at ACU may be granted a RTP Fee Offset Scholarship under the Australian Governments Research Training Program. This means that candidates are exempted from paying tuition fees.

Campuses: Brisbane (McAuley at Banyo), North Sydney (MacKillop).

Domestic students enrolling in a master-by-research or doctoral degree at ACU may be granted a RTP Fee Offset Scholarship under the Australian Govt's Research Training Program. This means that candidates are exempted from paying tuition fees.

Further information

A candidate for the degree of Master of Philosophy must comply with the Research and Professional Degree Regulations. Candidates are required to undertake a range of online research modules upon commencing study. Modules are designed to enhance students' knowledge of the skills and requirements needed to complete higher degree research. Students will be advised of the modules required at enrolment.

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