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Master of Philosophy

Research drives advancement in our society and in our industries – from defence and national security to healthcare, social work, business and economics. It serves as the foundation for generating new insights and sparking innovation.

These fresh ideas and breakthroughs are created by curious people, just like you. Whether you want to make a unique contribution to your industry or find new ways to address complex challenges, Adelaide University is here to support your ambitions.
Designed for those who have completed a Masters by coursework or an Honours Bachelor degree, our Master of Philosophy is 100% research-focused and takes two years to complete with full-time study.

Under the guidance of an experienced and supportive research supervisor, you’ll plan, design and complete your own independent research project about a topic you’re passionate about. You’ll also have the flexibility to develop a project in an area of personal interest and relevance to your field.

Study Area :-
Accounting, Banking, Finance and Related Fields, Business and Management, Communication and Media Studies, Criminology, Economics and Econometrics, Education, Graphic and Design Studies, Human Society, Language and Literature, Law, Music, Performing Arts, Philosophy and Religious Studies, Political Science and Policy Studies, Sales and Marketing, Visual Arts and Crafts

Campus Information

Adelaide City, Mount

The campus encompasses precincts at both the east and west ends of the city. Adelaide City Campus – West features cutting-edge creative studios and modern learning spaces, as well as unique facilities like the Architecture Museum and SASA Gallery. Adelaide City – West is also surrounded by live music venues, and borders Adelaide’s biomedical precinct, where significant and groundbreaking medical research occurs.

Magill

Magill Campus is tucked in the picturesque eastern suburbs of Adelaide, just seven kilometres from the city centre. Getting to the campus is easy using local bus routes, and there is plenty of affordable on-campus car parking if you’re driving.

Mawson Lakes

Adelaide University’s Mawson Lakes Campus is set alongside 114 hectares of wetlands within the world-class Mawson Lakes residential development. Just 12 kilometres and approximately 20 minutes' drive from the city centre, the campus is next to Technology Park, which is home to several global space, technology, and defence companies, many of which have partnered with the University.

Mount Gambier

Adelaide University’s Mount Gambier Campus is set in the scenic Limestone Coast region approximately 430km from Adelaide and around five hours drive from either Adelaide or Melbourne. The campus offers contemporary learning facilities within the South Australia’s largest regional city and provides all the conveniences of city living in a relaxed regional environment.

Roseworthy

Roseworthy Campus features a range of modern agricultural teaching and research facilities, including an aquatic reserve. You can make use of convenient on-campus parking when you visit Roseworthy - available to staff, students and visitors.

Waite

Waite Campus also features the Waite Arboretum occupying 27 hectares and containing about 2,500 specimens representing more than 800 plant species. Getting to Waite Campus is easy via one of the many nearby bus routes and there are also plenty of on-campus car parks for students, staff and visitors.

Whyalla

Adelaide University’s picturesque Whyalla Campus is set in the coastal Eyre Peninsula region, approximately 380kms from Adelaide and just over four-hours’ drive. The 22-hectare site makes Whyalla Campus the largest regional university campus in South Australia. The on-campus residential village provides private, modern student accommodation so you’ll never be far from your next class.

Intakes

Jan
July

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Depending on your area of expertise, a research qualification can open doors in a range of areas including:

Defence and national security
Healthcare and clinical research
Education and academia
Information technology and data science
Government and policy research
Scientific research and development
Consulting services
Environmental science and sustainability
Finance and economics
Creative practice.

PSW Opportunity

Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.

Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants

Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:

Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
PhD students can stay upto 4 years

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

For admission to a Master of Philosophy degree, you will need to have completed either (or equivalent to):

A Master degree by coursework (AQF level 9) with weighted average mark (WAM) of ≥ 65 or a seven-point GPA of 5.0 or higher, incorporating at least 0.5 years full time (or part time equivalent) of research training* in which a WAM of ≥ 75 or a seven-point GPA of 6.0 or higher was achieved; or
A 4-year Bachelor (Honours) (AQF level 8) or Graduate Diploma (AQF level 8) (following a bachelor or honours degree) with an overall WAM of ≥ 65 or a seven-point GPA of 5.0 or higher, incorporating at least 0.5 years full time (or part time equivalent) of research training* in which a WAM of ≥ 75 or a seven-point GPA of 6.0 or higher was achieved; or
A Graduate Certificate (Research Skills) (AQF level 8) with an overall WAM of ≥ 75 or a seven-point GPA of 6.0 or higher, with approved professional experience; or
An equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.

* The 0.5 EFTSL of research training must have included at least 50% of research on a focused topic.

Additional requirements :
You will need to demonstrate that your prior qualifications used as the basis for admission are in a discipline relevant to the proposed area of research – unless an exemption is approved by the Pro Vice Chancellor, Graduate Research Training (or delegate).
Please note that admission to a research degree at Adelaide University is conditional on the availability of a suitable supervisory panel and resources to support the proposed project.

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Adelaide, South Australia, Australia