Master of Philosophy (MPhil)

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) aims to expand knowledge beyond the undergraduate honours or postgraduate diploma level, culminating in a research thesis.

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) differs from other postgraduate degrees. The main part of your work will be in the form of a thesis written under the guidance of a principal supervisor and co-supervisor(s). With the approval from the Graduate School, an external staff or an expert can be appointed to be the associate supervisor.

The thesis must, in the opinion of the examiners, be a substantial original contribution to the knowledge or understanding of any field through the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas. It must also demonstrate your capacity to conceive, design and complete independent research.

Faculty of Engineering and Science

Master of Philosophy

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • Geology
  • Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Business

Master of Philosophy

  • Accounting
  • Business and Management
  • Economics, Finance and Property
  • Marketing
Faculty of Humanities and Health Sciences

Master of Philosophy

  • Media, Culture & Creative Arts

The aims, objectives and learning outcomes are as follows:

Aims: To qualify individuals who apply an advanced body of knowledge in a range of context for research and scholarship and as a pathway for further learning.

Objectives: The aims are achieved through a period of supervised individual research beyond the Bachelors level. This research will culminate in the submission of a thesis which may contain materials that can be published in academic journals.

Learning outcomes: As demonstrated in the AQF level 9 criteria and MQF level 7 (Master’s degree):

        At the end of the programme, graduates must be able to:

  1. Master a body of knowledge that include understanding of recent developments in a discipline;
  2. Possess advanced knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the field of study;
  3. Have expert, specialised cognitive and technical skills in a body of knowledge;
  4. Able to perform critical analysis, evaluation and synthesis of innovative and creative ideas to solve complex problems using appropriate analytical tools and digital technologies;
  5. Able to independently plan and manage research project by optimal utilisation of materials and resources;
  6. Able to interpret data and transmit knowledge, skills and ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences, through publication and/or identifications of pathways for product/technology development and commercialisation of research outputs; and
  7. Apply knowledge, professional and interpersonal skills, demonstrate autonomy, expert judgement, and responsibility as scholars or practitioners in sustainable and ethical manner.

Academic Qualifications

  • Graduated with or qualified for the award of the degree of Bachelor with First-Class Honours or Second-Class Honours in the field or related fields within Curtin University with minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent; or
  • Graduated with or qualified for the award of Postgraduate Diploma in the field or related fields within Curtin University; or
  • Graduated with or qualified for the award of the degree of Bachelor in the field or related fields within Curtin University with minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent; or
  • Graduated with or qualified for the award of the degree of Bachelor in the field or related fields within Curtin University with minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent and not meeting CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent subject to rigorous internal assessment; or
  • Graduated with or qualified for the award of the degree of Bachelor in the field or related fields within Curtin University with minimum CGPA of 2.00 or equivalent and not meeting CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field and rigorous internal assessment.; or
  • Obtained qualifications from another institution which are recognised by tertiary admissions authorities in Australia and which are deemed to be equivalent to any of the above criteria.

Remark. Candidates without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the University and meet the minimum CGPA above.

 

English Requirements

Enrolment in the MPhil shall be for a minimum period of one (1) year and a maximum period of two (2) years for full-time study, or a minimum of two (2) years and a maximum period of four (4) years for part-time study. However, international candidates must enroll as a full-time student.

Remark. For MPhil students under external grants, the grant is generally valid for max two years. In case the enrollment date is later than the grant starting date, the tuition fee waiver  duration may be be shorter than of 2 years (depending on the grant end date).  Thus, it is advisable that these students to complete their programmes within 1.5 years. Otherwise, they may have to provide the stipend and/or tuition fee on their own in the final semester. Scholarship extensions of 1 x 3 months may be granted subject to excellent progress of the project and approval from Chair of CMGSC.

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Each research student joins one of the vibrant research communities based on the chosen research area. You can find more information regarding research areas by visiting the relevant academic area:

 

Faculty of Engineering and Science

Associate Professor Bridgid Chin Lai Fui
Associate Dean, Research & Development
Email: bridgidchin@curtin.edu.my

 

Faculty of Business

Dr Tiong Ying Ying
Associate Dean, Research & Development
Email: tiongyingying@curtin.edu.my

 

Faculty of Humanities & Health Sciences

Dr Edza Aria Wikurendra
Chair R&D, Faculty of Humanities & Health Sciences

Email: edzaaria@curtin.edu.my