Master of Philosophy (Media, Culture and Creative Arts)
Curtin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00301J
Master Degrees (Research) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for research, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications. This research course requires students to spend three months developing and presenting a detailed project plan as part of their candidacy application. The research project, guided by supervisors, involves the submission of a substantial written thesis in accordance with University regulations. Students must demonstrate high-level skills in individual project management, research techniques, critical thinking and analytical writing, as well as detailed knowledge in a specific project area. Students can select to undertake research in one or more of the following fields: Internet Studies; Journalism; Librarianship and Corporate Information Management; Mass Communication; Media Studies and/or Screen Arts, including Film and Television. Students are encouraged to complete interdisciplinary work relating to areas across and within the broader, converging fields of media, culture and creative arts.
Structure
- Master Degrees (Research) require students to undertake an approved research program leading to a thesis for independent examination
- they may include advanced level coursework studies.
Subjects
- MEDA6000 Master Thesis - Media, Culture and Creative Arts
Standard entry requirements
Applicants require a Bachelor Degree with a strong academic performance and may also require relevant substantial work experience or Bachelor Honours Degree (first or second class) or Graduate Diploma. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met. If not eligible for direct entry, students may undertake study at honours level to qualify for entry. Depending on the nature of prior qualifications some students may be required to undertake relevant coursework units to assist in course completion, with these coursework units taken at course commencement. Depending on the nature of prior qualifications some students may be required to undertake relevant coursework units to assist in course completion, with these coursework units taken at course commencement.
Study pathways
Depending on the nature of prior qualifications some students may be required to undertake relevant coursework units to assist in course completion, with these coursework units taken at course commencement.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Curtin Perth | International: $72,000 | No |
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