Masters degrees by research
Suitable candidates may undertake doctoral programs subject to the availability of appropriate facilities and supervision in the chosen fields of study. All doctoral programs are approved and administered by the Higher Degrees Committee (Research). Enquiries should be directed to the Postgraduate Coordinator.
Each candidate undertakes a supervised research program leading to the submission of a thesis for examination. The program may be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis. Normally the minimum duration is three years full-time study or the equivalent part-time.
Admission requirements
Candidates who hold first class or upper second class Honours degrees may be admitted directly to doctoral programs. Others will normally be required to enrol initially in a research Masters program and, if appropriate, transfer to doctoral candidature when they have demonstrated their capacity for independent research at a suitable level.
Assessment
Candidates’ progress is reviewed annually. Final assessment of the thesis is by at least three external examiners. The thesis must demonstrate that the candidate has mastery of the chosen field of study and a capacity to undertake independent research, and has made a significant contribution to knowledge.