University of New England
Master of Philosophy
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationHigh quality research and analysis allows us to better understand the complex issues we face in industry and society. With UNE's Master of Philosophy by research, your original findings and insights will add to the body of knowledge and inform decision making in your specialist area.
You will work independently, with personalised support from recognised experts in your area of study every step of the way. Expand your expertise, hone your research skills, and immediately apply your knowledge in a research topic of your choice.
Delivery mode
University of New England offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- Armidale
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be eligible to apply for this course you must meet one of the following entry requirements:
- You have completed a Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline, with a minimum result of second class honours or equivalent.
- You have completed an AQF Level 7 qualification (or overseas equivalent) in any field of study, and you have had adequate relevant preparation since graduation.
Please note: You must also meet both of the following requirements:
- You have completed a Master of Philosophy research proposal which has received approval by the relevant School.
- You meet the English Language Requirements for all Higher Degree by Research candidates.
Master of Philosophy (Innovation)
To be eligible to apply for this course you must meet all of the following entry requirements:
- You are eligible for admission to the Master of Philosophy, as per the entry requirements above.
- You have a minimum of five years of full-time (or part-time equivalent) relevant experience in an industry or profession.
- You can demonstrate that you have undertaken contextualised research activity in a relevant profession/industry.
Master of Philosophy (Creative Practice)
To be eligible to apply for this course you must meet all of the following entry requirements:
- You are eligible for admission to the Master of Philosophy, as per the entry requirements above.
- You can demonstrate that you have undertaken contextualised research activity in a relevant profession/industry.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Master of Philosophy will prepare you for the following roles.
Researcher
Researchers are degree-qualified professionals who seek to discover new information and technologies in their field of expertise. It could be marke...
Academic Researcher
Academic researchers are degree-qualified professionals who are curious about the world and seek to expand the body of knowledge in their chosen fi...
Research Manager
A Research Manager oversees and coordinates research projects within an organisation or institution. You might work in a research centre, universit...
About University of New England
For over 60 years, the University of New England has been a leader in providing distance education to students throughout Australia and the world.
UNE was formed in 1938 as the New England University College, a College of the University of Sydney. The University became fully independent in 1954 and pioneered teaching to external students by correspondence, making UNE Australia's most experienced provider of distance and now online education — UNE is Australia's second-largest online university.
Our focus is on your future, providing you with a personal and flexible approach to learning. We offer more than 200 courses at undergraduate, postgraduate coursework and higher degree research levels with options to study online or on campus.
We work to ensure that our research is relevant and responsive to the challenges facing us today and insightful towards the future needs of individuals and communities at all levels.
We continue to build research excellence and develop a culture where achieving impact with our research is an integral part of our academic life that is both rewarding and rewarded, and institutionally acknowledged and supported.
