Course summary
The Master of Research (Science, Medicine and Health) degree comprises research and research training, and requires you to complete 96 credit points of subjects. The first year comprises 48 credit points of research training and coursework while the second year comprises a 48-credit points 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: Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Nursing, and Medical and Health Science.
We will ensure that a supervisor with appropriate expertise is allocated to a candidate at the time of application. We encourage you to identify potential supervisors who match your area of research interest by visiting the UOW Scholars website. We also advise you make contact with a potential supervisor to discuss your project prior to applying for admission.
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9 December 2024
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Start date
March 2025
Wollongong Campus
Northfields Avenue,
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG,
New South Wales,
2522, WOLLONGONG, Australia
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
July 2025
Wollongong Campus
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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