Master of Philosophy
Course information for - 2025 entry
International
- Domestic
- International
- Domestic
- International
Offered at 6 locations
- Ballarat
- Brisbane
- Canberra
- Melbourne
- North Sydney
- Strathfield
- Ballarat
- Brisbane
- Canberra
- Melbourne
- North Sydney
- Strathfield
- Duration
- 2 years full-time or equivalent part-time
- CRICOS Code
- 017784A
- Fees (first year)*
- $28940
- Start dates
- January 2025, July 2025, January 2026, July 2026, January 2027, July 2027
The course is available at Ballarat, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, North Sydney, Strathfield.
Overview
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a two year full-time (or part-time equivalent) research degree in a field covered by the University, including theology and philosophy, nursing and midwifery, education, business or arts and sciences. It is assessed on the basis of a written thesis which is submitted at the conclusion of the degree.
Course details
Course structure
To complete the Master of Philosophy, a student must complete 160 credit points (cp).
Graduate statement
AQF framework
Entry requirements
A candidate for the degree of Master of Philosophy must comply with the Higher Degree Research Regulations.
An applicant for admission to candidature for the degree of Master of Philosophy must have completed one of the following:
a. An appropriate undergraduate degree with Honours at a minimum level of Second Class Division A (Distinction average); or
b. Postgraduate research training (eg coursework completed to distinction level or higher or a master-by-coursework degree); or
c. Demonstrated research experience with evidence of capacity to undertake independent research work (eg an authored publication).
Meeting the eligibility requirements for admission is not in itself a guarantee of admission. The candidate’s potential to undertake research, the quality and feasibility of the research proposal, the availability of appropriate supervision and the referee’s reports will all be taken into consideration. Please refer to Regulation 5.2.
Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2025 Admission.
Applicants with higher education study
You will need to meet the minimum entry requirements and subject prerequisites for your chosen course.
If you have completed at least two units of AQF-recognised study at bachelor level or above, we’ll assign you with a new selection rank that reflects your study level, duration, and grade point average.
If your prior study or relevant work experience has provided you with knowledge, skills or experience aligned with the learning outcomes of units in your new course, you may be eligible to gain credit for study or have your prior learning recognised. This means you may be able to complete your ACU course in a shorter timeframe.
You can use our credit search tool to see what you might be eligible for. For more information about credit and recognition of prior learning at ACU, follow the link below.
International applicants
A candidate for the degree of Master of Philosophy must comply with the Research and Professional Doctorate Degree Regulations.
An applicant for admission to candidature for the degree of Master of Philosophy must have completed one of the following:
- An appropriate undergraduate degree with Honours at a minimum level of Second Class Division A (Distinction average); or
- Postgraduate research training (eg coursework completed to distinction level or higher or a master-by-coursework degree); or
- Demonstrated research experience with evidence of capacity to undertake independent research work (eg an authored publication).
Meeting the eligibility requirements for admission is not in itself a guarantee of admission. The candidate’s potential to undertake research, the quality and feasibility of the research proposal, the availability of appropriate supervision and the referee’s reports will all be taken into consideration. Please refer to the Higher Degree Research Regulations.
English language requirements
Academic IELTS 6.5 (including individual scores of 6.0 for all tests).
Inherent requirement
The eligibility criteria for admission into the Master of Philosophy are stipulated in section 5 the Higher Degree Research Regulations.
Fees
Course costs
- Unit fee: $3618
- Average first year fee: $28940
- Estimate total cost: $57880
Scholarships
ACU offers a number of scholarships to domestic and international research candidates. Information about these scholarships, including the application process is available here.
How to apply
International applicants
Direct application
Apply nowInternational students please note that applications are lodged through the International Office.
Deferment
No deferment available.
Students with a Student Visa will need to complete the program in minimum duration, study at least one subject on-campus each semester and must not undertake more than 33% of the program online.