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Master of Scientific Studies

Official Abbreviation MScStud
Course Type Postgraduate
Offering
Responsible Campus Teaching Period Mode of Study
Armidale Semester 1 Off Campus
Armidale Semester 1 On Campus
Armidale Semester 2 Off Campus
Armidale Semester 2 On Campus
Course Duration
  • 1.5 Years Full-time
  • 3 Years Part-time
Fees CSP or Full Fee
Total Credit Points 72
Overview

The Master of Scientific Studies is designed to provide specialized training in a specific field of study. The degree involves advanced level course work study in selected areas plus a thesis embodying the results of an approved research project.

Intensive Schools Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.
Entry Requirements

The normal requirement for admission to the Master of Scientific Studies is a three-year degree with a major sequence in the chosen.

Off campus candidates must have access to appropriate research facilities and on-site supervision for completion of the thesis component.

Additional Entry Requirements N/A
Course Rules
N/A
Career Opportunities

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

Practical, Clinical or Work Experience None
Double Degree Opportunities None
Advanced Standing The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 24 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by University and approved for course comprising: a. 24 credit points for units completed towards an awarded Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a relevant area offered by the University; or b. 24 credit points for units completed from another institution and not counted towards an awarded qualification; or c. 12 credit points for units completed towards an awarded qualification from another University; and d. 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience e. advanced standing shall not be awarded for SCI695.
Fast Track None
Other Benefits

Further postgraduate opportunities:

Graduates who have included SCI 695 (thesis) in their program of study are eligible to apply for admission to candidature for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Articulation from the Graduate Diploma in Science:

On completion of the Graduate Diploma, students are able to transfer to the Master of Scientific Studies with 24 credit points of advanced standing for units completed towards the Graduate Diploma.

Honours None
Scholarships None
Further Information

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