Master of Philosophy (Engineering)
Engage in multidisciplinary engineering research leading to an original thesis and potential PhD upgrade.
Best for:Best for engineering graduates with prior research experience seeking advanced multidisciplinary study.
Overview
The Master of Philosophy (Engineering) at the University of Sydney is an advanced research degree focused on producing an original thesis that contributes significantly to a specialized subject area. Candidates undertake independent investigation under academic guidance, with exceptional performance at annual reviews offering a pathway to upgrade directly into a PhD program. This program is tailored for graduates holding an honours bachelor's degree or a coursework master's with a substantial research component. Students are expected to conduct rigorous multidisciplinary research and actively participate in the academic life of the engineering faculty.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent academic research within a chosen engineering sub-field
- Prepare and write a comprehensive thesis demonstrating an original contribution to knowledge
- Participate in annual progress reviews and academic presentations
- Engage with multidisciplinary research teams and academic supervisors
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree with honours or a Master's degree by coursework with an independent research component
Degree offered: Master of Philosophy
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated background in engineering or a closely related field
- Prior experience conducting independent research, such as a thesis or major project
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Proficiency in academic writing and literature review
- Must hold a relevant bachelor's degree with honours or master's degree with a research component
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How to apply
Review the course requirements and prepare your proposed research topic. Submit your application and required supporting documents directly through the official University of Sydney course portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Research proposal
- Proof of degree completion
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