Master of Science - Research (Psychology)
Testamur Title of Degree:
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Master of Science - Research
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Abbreviation:
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MSc-Res
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Home Faculty:
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Health and Behavioural Sciences
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Duration:
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2 years full-time
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Total Credit Points:
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72
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Delivery Mode:
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Day
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Starting Session(s):
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Autumn
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Location:
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Wollongong
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UOW Course Code:
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1304
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CRICOS Code:
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044405D
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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.
Course Program
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Subjects
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Session
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Credit Points
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GHMC946
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Research Project A
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Autumn
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8
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GHMC947
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Research Project B
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Spring
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16
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THES924
THES912
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for full-time students
or part-time
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48
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Professional Recognition
Master of Science - Research is recognised as an entry qualification for a PhD program in most disciplines in Australia and other countries.
Other Information
For further information visit our website: http://www.uow.edu.au/health/psyc/pgcourses/index.html
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