Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
Information valid for students commencing 2024
Duration
1.5 to 2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2024
Research Quarter 1 (01 Jan, 2024)
Research Quarter 2 (01 Apr, 2024)
Research Quarter 3 (01 Jul, 2024)
Research Quarter 4 (01 Oct, 2024)
Program level
Postgraduate Research
Units
32
Program code
7500
Faculty
Teaching Location
Dutton Park, Gatton, Herston, St Lucia
Attendance mode
External, In Person
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for Australian students
Please consult the HDR tuition fees table.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
Enquiries for Australian students
UQ Graduate School
Email: graduateschool@uq.edu.au
Phone: (07) 3346 0503
Duration
1.5 to 2 years full-time
Commencing 2024
Research Quarter 1 (01 Jan, 2024)
Research Quarter 2 (01 Apr, 2024)
Research Quarter 3 (01 Jul, 2024)
Research Quarter 4 (01 Oct, 2024)
Program level
Postgraduate Research
Units
32
Program code
7500
Faculty
Teaching Location
Dutton Park, Gatton, Herston, St Lucia
Attendance mode
External, In Person
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
CRICOS codes vary according to your discipline area. Please refer to the 'What you can study' section on this page for further details.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for International students
Please consult the HDR tuition fees table.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
Enquiries for International students
UQ Graduate School
Phone: +61 7 3346 0503
Why study the Master of Philosophy?
The aim of the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) program is to provide research training in a manner that fosters the development of independent research skills in candidates. On completion of the period of research, the student should possess the ability to formulate a significant problem, mastery of appropriate conceptual and methodological frameworks, and the capacity for articulate and critical analysis. The MPhil thesis provides evidence of significant research as the culmination of 1.5-2 years full-time equivalent study and research training.
What you can study
The Master of Philosophy is offered in a large number of disciplines including but not limited to: Humanities; Social Sciences; Arts; Business; Law; Architecture; Science; Engineering; Agriculture; Medicine; Health and Behavioural Science; Biomedical Science; Information Technology.
Please note that different disciplines in the MPhil have different CRICOS codes:
Please contact your proposed enrolling school or institute to discuss the possible fields of research available within each area.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Visa requirements
CRICOS codes vary according to your discipline area. Please refer to the 'What you can study' section on this page for further details.
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Please consult the HDR tuition fees table.
Fees for International students
Please consult the HDR tuition fees table.
Program requirements for the Master of Philosophy
Please refer to information contained on the Graduate School website. In particular, note that individual schools and institutes may have additional admission requirements and/or additional candidature requirements that you must comply with.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website, including in the Research and Research Training suite of policies.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
- Doctor of Philosophy (#48)
