Overview
The Master of Population Health (Research) (MRes) is recognition of successful research experience. This degree requires a significant and original contribution to knowledge in an approved area.
The degree of Master of Population Health (Research) may be awarded by the University on the recommendation of the Dean of Graduate Research … For more content click the Read More button below.
The thesis should be submitted for examination within 2 years of full-time equivalent study.
Location
Enrolled candidates are expected to undertake their research at a UNSW affiliated location such as a UNSW campus, teaching hospital, or other research facility of the University. A candidate can apply to spend a period in the field, within another institution or elsewhere away from the University. Work away may require approval by the Faculty Higher Degree Committee (referred to here as ‘the Committee’).
Candidature
A candidate shall be required to undertake an original investigation on a topic approved by the Committee and may also be required to undergo such examination and perform such other work as may be prescribed by the Committee. The work shall be carried out under the direction of a supervisor appointed by the Committee from the academic staff of the University.
A candidate shall be enrolled for a minimum of 96 units of credit (UOC) and up to a maximum of 144 UOC and may undertake their enrolment with a part-time or full-time load.
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