Master of Science – Research (Psychology) - 2008 Course Handbook @ UOW

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Master of Science - Research (Psychology)

Testamur Title of Degree:	Master of Science - Research
Abbreviation:	MSc-Res
Home Faculty:	Health and Behavioural Sciences
Duration:	2 years full-time
Total Credit Points:	72
Delivery Mode:	Day
Starting Session(s):	Autumn
Location:	Wollongong
UOW Course Code:	1304
CRICOS Code:	044405D

Overview

The Master of Science - Research provides the opportunity to pursue research in psychology. Students should consult the information under the Doctor of Philosophy for information about the schools research areas.

Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge

Students must have an honours degree of at least four years duration of Class II, Division 2 standard in a relevant discipline. It is possible to admit only a limited number of students each year. If the number of applicants exceeds the quota, admission will be based on academic qualifications.

International students are required to have achieved an IELTS score of 6, with a level of 6 in reading and writing, and 5 in speaking and listening.

Course Requirements

All candidates for this program must present a research seminar in each enrolled year, take part in a research proposal and defence process, and submit a written research thesis.

Students entering the program with an Honours Bachelor degree with at least Class II, Division 2, are required to complete a research thesis to the value of 48 credit points.

Students who do not have an Honours Bachelor degree with at least Class II, Division 2, must complete 24 credit points of coursework, research methodology, as well as complete a 48 credit point major thesis.