Graduate
Master of Philosophy
Avondale University, Cooranbong, NSW, Australia
About this program
Avondale's Master of Philosophy is an internationally recognised research degree for candidates undertaking a supervised research project that contributes to knowledge in a chosen field, delivered within a Christian education framework with regular supervision and research training. Candidates work toward a thesis of approximately 40,000 to 60,000 words and the degree provides a pathway to doctoral study.
Cost & duration
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- MPhil candidates design
- plan and execute a supervised research project
- resulting in a written thesis
- a combination of written exegesis and creative performance
- or a thesis by publication
- tracked against key milestones. Candidates enrol in MPHL61000 Master of Philosophy Thesis throughout candidature until submission
- then MPHL62000 Master of Philosophy Thesis
- Under Examination. Minimum candidature is 1 year full time
- expected 1.5 years full time
- maximum 2 years full time (part time equivalent throughout)
Admissions
Completion of an Australian Bachelor's degree with a minimum overall GPA of 5 on a 7 point scale (or equivalent), or an Australian Master's by coursework degree, or a comparable or higher overseas qualification. Applicants must submit certified academic transcripts, a detailed research proposal using Avondale's HDR Research Proposal template, a CV and two written academic references, and acceptance depends on alignment with one of Avondale's Research Centres and the availability of suitable supervisors.
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