Award Abbreviation:
MSc
Degree Type: Higher degree by research program
Mode of Study: Internal /
External
Duration: 1 year minimum, 2 years
maximum full-time; 2 years minimum, 4 years maximum part-time
Commencement: Students can apply and
start throughout the year, subject to program requirements
Program Code: SC801
CRICOS Code: 026640J
Entry Requirements
Candidates for the award of Master of Science are normally required to hold a Bachelors degree with at least second class honours Division 1 from a recognised higher education institution.
Applicants who have completed a Bachelors degree and have achieved by subsequent work and study a standard equivalent to at least second class honours Division 1 may also be considered. In exceptional cases applications may be considered on the basis of other evidence of general and professional qualifications as approved by the Graduate Studies Sub-Committee.
Notes
- Prospective applicants wishing to undertake an MSc will need to find a suitable supervisor by contacting the Faculty of Science.
- For further information, refer to the Rules for Higher Degrees by Research.
- Refer to the research areas for the Faculty of Science.
Enrolment and Fees
- In any semester, full-time enrolment comprises 0.500 EFTSL.
- In any semester, part-time enrolment comprises 0.250 EFTSL.
- The census date for withdrawal without financial penalty or academic penalty is the Semester 1 or 2 census date.
- Candidates pay full tuition fees.
EFTSL - Equivalent Full-Time Student Load. One year of full-time study equates to 1.000 EFTSL
Enquiries
Contact: Faculty of Science
Dr Ron Neller,
Postgraduate Research Coordinator; Tel: +61 7 5430 1204; Email:
rneller@usc.edu.au
Office of Learning Teaching and
Research
Research Support Officer
Tel: +61 7 5459 4526; Fax: +61 7 5430 1111; Email: btoon@usc.edu.au