Overview

The Master of Philosophy is a research degree with a coursework component taken over one year full-time or equivalent. The research component will lead to a thesis which embodies the result of an original investigation, design or engineering development. A program of advanced study comprising 3 courses (equivalent to 18 … For more content click the Read More button below. Program Structure Streams in this program require students to complete 1 research methods course (GSOE9400) and 2 Advanced Disciplinary Knowledge courses. 1 Advanced Disciplinary Knowledge course may be replaced by 1 Disciplinary Knowledge Course, subject to the approval of the Program Authority. This coursework component of the degree must be completed during the first 4 terms (full-time equivalent) of a student's enrolment in the program. See UNSW Higher Degree Research Learning Outcomes.

Learning Outcomes

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Students will demonstrate substantial advanced knowledge in a discipline area with an awareness of existing knowledge and developments in the field.
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Students will be able to analyse complex information objectively and apply methods to solve complex engineering problems relevant to industry in a professional, ethically aware manner.
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Students will be able to carry out research with autonomy, integrity and originality that makes a significant contribution to knowledge in their field.
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Students will be able to disseminate research results and their implications in professional and public domains.

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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

Program Requirements

Progression Requirements

For more information on university policy on progression requirements please visit Academic Progression

Associated Programs

Postgraduate Pathway

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1010 - Chemical Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1016 - Industrial Chemistry
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1017 - Petroleum Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1031 - Food Science and Technology
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1050 - Mining Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1630 - Civil & Environmental Eng
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1640 - Electrical Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1650 - Computer Science and Eng
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1655 - Photovoltaic Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1662 - Mechanical & Manufacturing Eng
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1710 - Biomedical Engineering

Professional Outcomes

Career Opportunities

Engineering Manager, Engineering Managers, Engineering Professionals, Engineering Professionals nec

Additional Information

For full details of conditions of award for a UNSW Master of Philosophy see MPhil policy

For further information on policies, procedures and forms, see the Graduate Research website.

Program Fees

At UNSW fees are generally charged at course level and therefore dependent upon individual enrolment and other factors such as student's residency status. For generic information on fees and additional expenses of UNSW programs, click on one of the following:

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