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Our Master of Philosophy (Engineering) program involves preparing a thesis that will make an original contribution to the specific subject area.
The Faculty of Engineering focuses on multidisciplinary research centered on various key themes:
In the Master of Philosophy (Engineering) program you will engage in research either full-time for not less than one year or part-time for not less than two years.
If at the annual review your performance is deemed outstanding, you may be recommended for an upgrade to a PhD.
For academic requirements check the ‘Admission requirements’ section on this page.
Applications are open all year round. Processing times for research applications depend on many factors and therefore, can vary.
Applicants are advised to apply well in advance to allow for a timely application outcome and scholarship deadlines.
If your application cannot be processed in time for the requested start date, it will be considered for the next possible research period.
Separate scholarship application deadlines apply - refer to the relevant scholarships websites for details.
Research Period 1: Start date 1 Jan
Research Period 2: Start date 1 Mar
Research Period 3: Start date 1 Jul
Research Period 4: Start date 1 Oct
Refer to key research dates on the `How to Apply' website
Applications are open all year round. Processing times for research applications depend on many factors and therefore, can vary.
Applicants are advised to apply well in advance to allow for a timely application outcome and scholarship deadlines.
If your application cannot be processed in time for the requested start date, it will be considered for the next possible research period.
Separate scholarship application deadlines apply - refer to the relevant scholarships websites for details.
Research Period 1: Start date 1 Jan
Research Period 2: Start date 1 Mar
Research Period 3: Start date 1 Jul
Research Period 4: Start date 1 Oct
Refer to key research dates on the `How to Apply' website.
Master of Philosophy candidates may undertake research in one of the following disciplines:
Required units of study for HDR students
Computer science students are required to complete the below unit
Unit of study code |
Unit of study name |
Course |
Course stage |
Advice |
|---|---|---|---|---|
INFO5993 |
Research Methods in IT |
All School of Computer Science candidates need to complete this unit in their first semester of candidature |
Year 1 |
May be taken in Semester 1 or Semester 2 |
There is no separate tuition fee cost for the coursework units of study you will undertake, it is part of the tuition fee for the course.
HDR students can take additional coursework units that accelerate their research by providing them with foundational knowledge in an area relevant to their project.
Thesis submission requirements and examination procedure as set out in the Academic Board resolutions for this course and the Higher Degree (HDR) Rule 2011.
To be eligible for admission to the Master of Philosophy (Engineering), you must have completed the equivalent of one of the following in a subject area related to your proposed research area: bachelor's degree with honours or Masters degree by coursework with an independent research component such as a thesis dissertation or research project.
For more information about the University’s credit policy, please see the Credit for Previous Studies page.
Through the completion of the Master of Philosophy (Engineering) degree, students gain deeper understanding of a subject area and develop analytical, problem solving, communication and project management skills.
These skills are highly valued by the prospective employers. Master of Philosophy (Engineering) graduates may pursue careers in industry, academia and research organisations.
