{ "availability": true, "data": { "awardTitle": "Master of Science", "advertisedTitle": "Master of Science", "totalCreditPoints": 0, "offerYear": 2026, "studentType": "Domestic", "locationDisplayName": "Mildura", "deliveryModeCode": "RT", "deliveryModeDescription": "Research Training", "cricosCourseCode": "", "isFlexibleLocation": false, "majors": [], "specialisations": [], "virtualRollover": { "enabled": false, "instance": false, "indicativeFees": false, "startDates": false }, "relatedCourses": { "nestedCourses": [] }, "startDates": "Anytime (2026)", "duration": "2 years full-time or part-time equivalent", "prerequisite": "", "courseDescription": "<p>The Master&#39;s by research degree requires you to deepen your knowledge of your discipline area and develop advanced skills in the conduct of independent and sustained research. As a Master&#39;s by research candidate, you will undertake a supervised research project that culminates in the submission of a thesis for examination. Upon completion of your candidature you must demonstrate through your thesis that you have acquired an advanced and integrated understanding of a complex body of knowledge in one or more disciplines.<\/p><p class=\"footnote\">The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 \u2013 Masters Degree by Research.<\/p>", "entryReq": { "rse": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "admCriAtarStmt": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCriInAddToAtar": "", "selRankAdj": "", "otherAdmOpts": "" }, "higherEd": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "vet": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "wle": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "prerequisite": "<p>The following conditions must be met in order to gain admission into a Master of Science degree:<\/p><ul><li>you must meet the entry requirements for the degree<\/li><li>the school in which you seek enrolment must be able to provide appropriate facilities, resources and supervision for your chosen area of research.<\/li><\/ul><p>The minimum academic requirement for entry into the Master of Science at La Trobe University is a Bachelor's (Honours) degree in a relevant discipline completed within the last ten years with a weighted average mark of 65 or above.<\/p><p>(i) Entry into the Research specialisation requires possession of an Australian Honours degree or equivalent, including the completion of a research thesis.<\/p><p>(ii) The minimum academic entry requirement for transfer to a Master of Science degree from a La Trobe University Bachelor (Honours) with a research specialisation is a weighted average mark of 65 or above in the La Trobe degree from which the applicant is transferring.<\/p><p>Where an applicant does not meet the normal academic entry requirements, an application may be made for admission on equity or alternative entry grounds where the applicant can demonstrate, through discipline-appropriate forms of evidence:<\/p><ol><li>That they have attained the prior research and\/or learning outcomes that normally pertain to the minimum academic entry requirements for the degree, and<\/li><li>That they have the capacity to successfully undertake a higher degree by research.<\/li><\/ol>", "academicEntReq": "", "essentialRequirementsInherent": "", "engReq": "", "hasEngReqAlt": true }, "vtacCodes": null, "courseStructure": "<section id=\"course-structure\" class=\"sublayout-1\"><div class=\"ds-block\"> <p><b>To qualify for the award of Master of Science, students must complete a total of 0 credit points across 1 year.<\/b><\/p><\/div><div class=\"ds-block ds-block--full-width course-structure-content\"><div class=\"ds-tabs\"><div class=\"ds-tabs-nav ds-block\" role=\"tablist\"><\/div><div class=\"ds-content-chunk\" data-bg-color=\"lightest\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><h4>Study options<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><\/div><\/section>", "workBasedLearning": "<p>A range of work based learning opportunities are available, including internships, mentoring, and industry-linked projects.<\/p><p>Internships: candidates who have successfully confirmed their candidature and who are making satisfactory progress may apply to participate in an internship at least one month before they submit their thesis. Refer to the Graduate Research Candidature Policy and associated information.<\/p><p>Candidates will apply separately to participate in an internship through a process detailed on the Graduate Research School website.<\/p><p>For more information visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/researchers\/grs\/industry-community\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/researchers\/grs\/industry-community<\/a><\/p>", "handbookLinkHtml": "<a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/2026\/SMSR\" target='_blank'>Mildura<\/a>", "intendedLearningOutcomes": "<ul><li>Mastery of theoretical knowledge and ability to reflect critically on theory and its application<\/li><li>Ability to analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and apply to established theories from different bodies of knowledge or practice<\/li><li>Ability to generate and assess complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level<\/li><li>Ability to design, use and evaluate research and research methods<\/li><li>Advanced communication and technical skills to present coherent arguments and disseminate research findings to specialist and non-specialist audiences<\/li><\/ul>", "careerOpportunities": "<p>Depending on your area of specialisation, this degree will allow you to pursue careers in a wide range of organisations and industries, including roles in the tech industry, the public health sector, and pharmaceutical industry. 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