Master of Science (071897K)

The Master's by research degree requires students to deepen their knowledge of their discipline area and develop advanced skills in the conduct of independent and sustained research. As a Master's by research candidate,  a student will undertake a supervised research project that culminates in the submission of a thesis for examination. Upon completion of their candidature they must demonstrate through their thesis that they have acquired an advanced and integrated understanding of a complex body of knowledge in one or more disciplines.

Learning outcomes:

• Mastery of theoretical knowledge and ability to reflect critically on theory and its application
• Ability to analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and apply to established theories from different bodies of knowledge or practice
• Ability to generate and assess complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level
• Ability to design, use and evaluate research and research methods
• Advanced communication and technical skills to present coherent arguments and disseminate research findings to specialist and non-specialist audiences