The Master of Research (Science) offers you a pathway into a higher degree by research from an undergraduate degree. During your studies, you'll undertake coursework and supervised research. This program fosters the development of independent research skills, making it ideal preparation if you're looking to undertake further research through a PhD program and/or pursue a career in research.
Research areas
Science
Astrophysics
Chemistry
Biology
Mathematics
Physics
Skills you’ll learn
Independent thinking
Decision-making skills
Good judgement
Logical thought, rationality
Communication skills
Project management skills
Your career opportunities
Academic
Researcher
Government consultant
Entrepreneur
Business development
Analyst – policy, market, quantitative
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
February 2025
Hawthorn Campus
John Street,
Hawthorn,
Victoria,
3122, Australia
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
August 2025
Hawthorn Campus
John Street,
Hawthorn,
Victoria,
3122, Australia
To be eligible for admission into the Master of Research (MR-INTSCI) course, an applicant must have successfully completed the Bachelor of Research (Honours) (BH-INTSCI) at Swinburne with a credit average.
Students applying to the Master of Research (MR-INTSCI) will automatically be considered for a place in the Bachelor of Research (Honours) (BH-INTSCI) and do not need to apply separately for the Bachelor of Research (Honours) program.
English language requirements
International applicants must provide evidence of one of the following:
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Swinburne is one of the world’s top young universities, offering industry-aligned courses taught by teachers who are experts in their field.
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