The Master of Research degree comprises research and research training, requiring students to complete 96 credit points of subjects. The first year comprises 48cp of research training and coursework while the second year comprises a 48cp thesis, which is assessed by two external examiners. Academic Units may award credit for the research training and coursework component and will determine the appropriate entry point.
The following specialisations are available in the Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences: Computer Science; Information Technology; Electrical Engineering; Computer Engineering; Telecommunications Engineering; Civil Engineering; Environmental Engineering; Materials Engineering; Mechatronic Engineering; Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering; Mathematics; Applied Statistics; Physics; Medical Radiation Physics.
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Expected June 2022
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25 July 2022, 27 February 2023, 24 July 2023
University of Wollongong
Northfields Avenue,
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG,
New South Wales,
2522, WOLLONGONG, Australia
Applicants must have a Bachelor or Masters coursework degree from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum Credit average (65% or a GPA 3.0 out of 4.0).
The Head of Postgraduate Studies for the relevant unit will approve entry into the Master of Research, based on academic results and relevant experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
All applicants for the Master of Research must submit a written (preferably typed) proposal as part of their application. This proposal should:
contain, in no more than one page, a clear description of the discipline area or project topic you wish to study in/undertake for the Master of Research 48cp thesis; and
conclude with a statement of your motivation for wanting to undertake the research course.
English Requirements
IELTS Academic Overall Score of 6.5, reading 6.0, writing 6.0, listening 6.0, speaking 6.0; TOEFL (Internet-based) score of 86, reading 18, writing 18, listening 17, speaking 17; PTE Academic overall score of 62 All bands 54
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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