Program summary
Program title: Master of Science
Award abbreviation: MSc
Degree type: higher degree by research
Mode of study: internal, external
Duration: 1 year minimum, 2 years maximum full-time; 2 years minimum, 4 years maximum part-time
Commence: students can apply and start throughout the year, subject to program requirements
Fee type 2010: domestic higher degree by research places, international fee-paying places
USC program code: SC801
CRICOS code: 026640J
Program overview
The Master of Science is an advanced research program that requires original research in an area of interest to the student and of broader significance in the university and the community.
The program will assist to upgrade original training and to equip graduates for senior positions, develop areas of expertise and increase professional credibility in day-to-day dealings with clients.
The program involves a comprehensive review of the literature, advanced research techniques, and extensive analysis applied to a project in a workplace situation.
Admission 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 Research Degrees Committee.
Program requirements and notes
- Prospective applicants wishing to undertake an MSc will need to find a suitable supervisor by contacting the Faculty of Science, Health and Education.
- For further information, refer to the Research Masters Degrees - Governing Policy.
- Refer to the research areas for the Faculty of Science, Health and Education.
- International students need to refer to the University's English language proficiency requirements.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
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. For selected students these fees are covered by the Research Training Scheme. These scholarships are allocated by faculties, in consultation with the Research Degrees Committee.
** EFTSL - Equivalent Full-Time Student Load. One year of full-time study equates to 1.000 EFTSL
Enquiries
Teaching and Research Services
Research Training Officer
Tel: +61 7 5459 4526
Fax: +61 7 5430 1177
Email: lkroker@usc.edu.au