Master of Philosophy (Health Studies)

This research degree encompasses the disciplines of Drug and Alcohol research, Human Communication Science, Midwifery, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy Practice, Physiotherapy, Public Health, and Social Work. Curtin is widely recognised for applied research firmly focused on solving real-world problems. Underpinning our research endeavours are strong partnerships with industry, business and government, which result in outcomes that greatly benefit the broader community locally, nationally and globally. Our international reputation for being a strong partner in industry-driven research ensures our graduates enjoy outstanding opportunities to become innovators in their fields.What you'll learndemonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on that knowledge and its applicationinvestigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and apply established theories to different bodies of knowledge or practicegenerate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts at an abstract leveldesign, use and evaluate research and research methodspresent a coherent and sustained argument and to disseminate research concepts, plans and results to the general community, peers and the national and international research communitydesign, evaluate implement, analyse, theorise and disseminate research that makes an original contribution to knowledge andor professional practice