– a coursework masters degree with a
research component of at least 25 per
cent and an overall GPA (grade point
average) equivalent to 5.5 on a 7-point
UQ scale (see page 22)
– a bachelor degree plus at least one
year of full-time equivalent postgraduate
study that includes a signifcant
research component, or at least
two years of documented relevant
research experience, including research
publications.
International students whose frst language
is not English will need to demonstrate that
they meet the University’s English language
profciency requirements (see page 57).
Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
An MPhil is an internationally recognised
postgraduate research degree that involves
undertaking a signifcant research project.
The MPhil program provides students
with an opportunity to develop and
enhance analytical and research skills
through independent investigation in a
specifc feld. You must produce a thesis
that demonstrates your capacity for critical
analysis and application of specialist
knowledge.
Assessment
To be awarded this degree, you must
produce a thesis of no more than
40,000 words.
Duration
An MPhil generally takes one and half years
to complete full-time.
Entry requirements
The standard basis of admission is a UQ
bachelor degree with honours class IIB or
better. UQ may accept the following as the
equivalent:
– a bachelor degree with honours class IIB
or better from approved universities
– a bachelor degree plus at least one
year of full-time equivalent postgraduate
study that includes a signifcant research
component, or at least two years of
documented relevant experience.
International students whose frst language
is not English will need to demonstrate that
they meet the University’s English language
profciency requirements (see page 57).
Why do a research higher degree
(RHD)?
Most PhD and MPhil candidates undertake
a research degree because they are driven
by the desire to advance their career
opportunities or satisfy their intellectual
curiosity. Graduates from RHD programs
typically enjoy academic or research careers
within tertiary institutions or a broad range
of professional and leadership roles within
industry.
As well as vocational benefts, completing
a research higher degree positions you as
an innovator, and provides opportunities to
travel, network and explore.
ResearchHigher
DegreePrograms
achieveyourgoals
UQ has supported almost 13,000
students in their academic pursuit of a
research higher degree. Now is the time
for you to achieve your research goals
at one of Australia’s leading research
universities.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
A PhD is an advanced qualifcation required
for most academic and research positions.
PhDs foster the development of
independent research skills, including the
capacity to formulate a signifcant problem,
to develop mastery of conceptual and
methodological skills, and to relate the
research topic to a broader framework of
knowledge in a relevant disciplinary area.
Assessment
To be awarded a PhD, you must produce a
thesis of no more than 80,000 words, with
your research representing a signifcant new
contribution to your discipline.
Duration
A PhD generally takes three and a half years
to complete full-time.
Entry requirements
The standard basis of admission is a UQ
bachelor degree with honours class IIA or
better. UQ may accept the following as the
equivalent:
– a bachelor degree with honours class IIA
or better from approved universities
– a research masters degree
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