Master of Philosophy
A research-focused postgraduate degree designed to enhance professional research skills through coursework and a minor thesis.
Best for:Best for professionals and graduates seeking to develop advanced research capabilities through a structured, project-based postgraduate programme.
Overview
The Master of Philosophy at Torrens University Australia is a postgraduate research degree aimed at individuals seeking to advance their expertise in the professional research domain. The programme integrates coursework with a dedicated research project, culminating in the submission of a minor thesis. It is structured around adult learning principles to foster collaboration, critical thinking, and an engaging academic environment. Students benefit from a scaffolded learning experience where knowledge and research skills are progressively developed throughout the course.
What you'll do
- Engage in advanced coursework to build foundational research knowledge.
- Develop and execute an independent research project.
- Apply adult learning principles to collaborative academic tasks.
- Synthesize research findings into a formal minor thesis.
- Participate in scaffolded learning activities to enhance critical thinking skills.
Requirements
Degree required: Australian bachelor's degree (Honours) or equivalent, or a bachelor's degree with a distinction average, or a graduate diploma/masters by coursework with a credit average.
Degree offered: Master of Philosophy
Language: Standard English proficiency requirements for postgraduate study at Torrens University Australia.
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated ability to undertake research at a postgraduate level.
- Capacity for critical analysis and academic inquiry.
- Proficiency in professional communication and collaboration.
- Applicants must hold an Australian bachelor's degree (Honours) or equivalent.
- Applicants may qualify via a bachelor's degree with a distinction average.
- Applicants may qualify via a graduate diploma or masters by coursework with a credit average.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available for those with relevant work life experience demonstrating research capability.
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Interested candidates should review the course requirements and the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy. Applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Prospective students can apply directly through the university's official course portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of prior qualifications
- Evidence of relevant work experience (if applying via RPL)
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