Master of Philosophy (Arts and Sciences)

The University of Notre Dame Australia’s Master of Philosophy (Arts & Sciences) could be an ideal degree for you. This program combines four coursework units, a significant research project and access to university-based supervisors to oversee your research project. Suitable for applicants who have completed their undergraduate program with high credits and demonstrate a potential to complete research-based study. If you have performed exceptionally well in your undergraduate studies you may wish to undertake a research project in an area of particular interest. Each candidate is assigned two university-based supervisors who will provide support and academic guidance throughout this program's coursework and research components. During the coursework stage, your supervisors will assist with the early preparation of your research proposal and continue to offer guidance throughout the research phase until your thesis is examined.

The Master of Philosophy (Arts & Sciences) can be completed in 18 months of full-time or part-time study. Candidates will usually complete the four coursework subjects within the first full-time semester. An average grade of Credit in the coursework is a prerequisite for proceeding to the research component of the program. The schedule considers the fact that you may be working full-time or have other commitments during their enrolment.

Applicants must fulfill the following requirements:

Possess an undergraduate degree from a recognized university, which has been completed at a high credit standard and which demonstrates the applicant’s potential to undertake and complete research-based study.

Have an equivalent academic background or extensive professional experience that is considered by the Dean of the School to be an appropriate preparation for independent study and research work at Master's level.

Candidates may be required to satisfy the Dean of the School of the ability to understand and communicate in both written and spoken English at a level adequate for the purpose of pursuing the program of study.

IELTS (Academic) - 7.0 overall, with no score lower than 7.0 in writing and no other individual band score lower than 6.5; CAE/CPE - 185 overall, with no score lower than 185 in writing and no other band score lower than 176; PTE Academic - 68 overall, with no score lower than 68 in writing and no other band score lower than 58; TOEFL (iBT) - 94 overall, with no score lower than 27 in writing and no other individual band score lower than 20.