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Master of Science

Official Abbreviation MSc
Course Type Postgraduate Research
Commencement Semester 1 and Semester 2
Study Mode On and Off Campus
Course Duration
  • 2 Years Full-time
  • 4 Years Part-time
Fees Research Training Scheme
Overview

The Master of Science is an advanced research degree taken by thesis only. This course is suited to candidates wishing to pursue a particular research topic related to the science with the objective of entering a research based rather than a management based career.

Entry Requirements

The normal requirement for admission to the degree is a four-year Honours degree from a recognised university or an approved tertiary institution, or a three-year degree from an approved tertiary institution together with substantial experience considered to be equivalent to an Honours year. Candidates with a three-year degree can also qualify for admission by completing a Graduate Diploma in Science.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are also qualified for employment in research organisations such as CSIRO and ANSTO, universities, environmental protection agencies, and scientific research laboratories.

Other Benefits

Master of Science graduates are eligible to apply for admission to PhD candidature.

Scholarships Contact the Scholarships Officer in Research Services.
Further Information

Contact Research Services on 1800 463 520 or 02 6773 2117 or email hdr@une.edu.au.

Course Rules and Plans for the Master of Science, 2008, will be available in November. Course information relating to other years is available by selecting the year required from the dropdown box at the top right hand side of the page.
 

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