Master of Philosophy

Master of Philosophy is a Masters program taught at University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia. Intake: January, July. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (2 year(s) full-time) options.

The University of Adelaide’s Master of Philosophy is a 100% research-focused degree. Students plan, design, and complete an independent research project in an area of personal interest and relevance to their field. The degree is self-directed, with no classes or coursework requirements, and students complete progress milestones to stay on track.

Students develop a substantial thesis or creative work and exegesis. The program includes an oral examination of the thesis or creative work and exegesis to a panel of examiners, guided by an experienced research supervisor. Study is a mix of online and on-campus, with an approximate duration of 2 year(s) full-time.

This degree is only available to International students. Part-time study is not available for international students, and the campus location may vary depending on the area of research.

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Philosophy at University of Adelaide for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by University of Adelaide.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by University of Adelaide as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Philosophy.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

For admission to a Master of Philosophy degree, you will need to have completed either (or equivalent to):

• A Master degree by coursework (AQF level 9) with weighted average mark (WAM) of ≥ 65 or a seven-point GPA of 5.0 or higher, incorporating at least 0.5 years full time (or part time equivalent) of research training* in which a WAM of ≥ 75 or a seven-point GPA of 6.0 or higher was achieved; or
• A 4-year Bachelor (Honours) (AQF level 8) or Graduate Diploma (AQF level 8) (following a bachelor or honours degree) with an overall WAM of ≥ 65 or a seven-point GPA of 5.0 or higher, incorporating at least 0.5 years full time (or part time equivalent) of research training* in which a WAM of ≥ 75 or a seven-point GPA of 6.0 or higher was achieved; or
• A Graduate Certificate (Research Skills) (AQF level 8) with an overall WAM of ≥ 75 or a seven-point GPA of 6.0 or higher, with approved professional experience; or
• An equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.

* The 0.5 EFTSL of research training must have included at least 50% of research on a focused topic.

You will need to demonstrate that your prior qualifications used as the basis for admission are in a discipline relevant to the proposed area of research – unless an exemption is approved by the Pro Vice Chancellor, Graduate Research Training (or delegate).

Please note that admission to a research degree at Adelaide University is conditional on the availability of a suitable supervisory panel and resources to support the proposed project.

IELTS Overall 6.5
IELTS Reading 6
IELTS Listening 6
IELTS Speaking 6
IELTS Writing 6

Please note some disciplines require a higher overall score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 for each band, including: Education, Language and Literature, Communication and Media Studies, and Philosophy and Religious Studies.

Please check detail of study units at https://adelaide.edu.au/study/degrees/master-of-philosophy

IELTS Overall 6.5
IELTS Reading 6
IELTS Listening 6
IELTS Speaking 6
IELTS Writing 6

Please note some disciplines require a higher overall score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 for each band, including: Education, Language and Literature, Communication and Media Studies, and Philosophy and Religious Studies.

43 fully funded scholarships are listed for Australia. See Australia scholarships.