methodological skills, and to relate the
research topic to a broader framework of
knowledge in a relevant disciplinary area.
Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
An MPhil is an internationally recognised
postgraduate research degree that involves
undertaking a significant research project.
The MPhil program provides students
with an opportunity to develop and
enhance analytical and research skills
through independent investigation in a
specific field. You must produce a thesis
that demonstrates your capacity for critical
analysis and application of specialist
knowledge.
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 benefits, completing
a research higher degree positions you as
an innovator, and provides opportunities to
travel, network and explore.
RESEARCHHIGHER
DEGREEPROGRAMS
ACHIEVEYOURGOALS
UQ has supported more than 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 qualification required
for most academic and research positions.
PhDs foster the development of
independent research skills, including the
capacity to formulate a significant problem,
to develop mastery of conceptual and
PROGRAM ASSESSMENT
DURATION ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
ADDITIONAL
REQUIREMENTS
PhD 80,000 word thesis
with your research
representing a
significant new
contribution to your
discipline
Three and
a half years
full-time
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
– 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 scale
– a bachelor degree plus at least one year of full-time equivalent postgraduate study that
includes a significant research component, or at least two years of documented relevant
research experience, including research publications.
International
students whose
first language is not
English will need
to demonstrate
that they meet
the University’s
English language
proficiency
requirements
MPhil
40,000 word thesis One and a
half years
full-time
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 significant research component, or at least two years of documented relevant
experience.
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