A Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a great option if you are interested in building your research skills while setting yourself up for the opportunity to advance to a PhD.

Our Master of Philosophy is personalised and innovatively designed to recognise the broad diversity of applicants' skills and background experiences, understanding each student has unique career aspirations.

Each of our faculties offers a Master of Philosophy, but if you're not sure what you'd like to specialise in there is also the option of a non-specialised degree.

Science and engineering

From robotics to biomedical engineering, we are leading the way with research that will contribute significantly to the social, economic and environmental wellbeing of people across the globe. It's exciting, world-changing work and it’s happening now in areas like:

chemistry, physics and mechanical engineering
civil engineering and built environment
earth environmental and biological sciences
electrical engineering and computer science
information systems
mathematical sciences.

Highlights

Complete a university-wide degree that gives you access to expertise from all our faculties and research areas.
Tailor your learning opportunities to your skills, experience and career goals. A research degree skills audit allows you and your supervisors to identify skills and align them with research and employment goals.
Be exposed to transdisciplinary concepts and engage with other students across all disciplines with a cohort approach to learning.
Engage with end users and acquire knowledge in areas that are seen as critical requirements to progress into the research workforce.
Benefit from the support of experienced researchers who can guide and mentor your work and provide the best possible training foundation for future admission into a PhD.