Master of Philosophy

at Bond University

The program offers students the opportunity to undertake an extended and focused study on a specific area of research interest or in the development of creative works. Candidates will be required to submit a piece of work totalling 30,000-40,000 words or equivalent weight of work for a creative arts project.  The program places a major emphasis on independent inquiry (initiative), a thorough understanding of domain specific knowledge, competence in research methodologies and on the ability to communicate research results.
 

Master of Philosophy candidates will be required to successfully complete three research methodology subjects, including qualitative and quantitative analysis, in the first year of candidature. A confirmation of candidature process occurs at the end of the first year of enrolment to evaluate progress and suitability to continue in the degree.
 

The Master of Philosophy dissertation should be a major, substantially original, theoretical or empirical study of an issue pertaining to the student’s major field of study. The Faculty expects students to work closely with staff and be exposed to the research activities of the staff and other students. It would not be uncommon for the student and the supervisor to be co-authors in publications resulting from the student’s dissertation.
 

Each student will be supervised by at least two appropriately qualified academic staff. The Faculty is responsible for approving the student’s dissertation proposal prior to the examination process.

The minimum requirement for admission to the Master of Philosophy is the completion of a Level 7 qualification (bachelor degree) in the same discipline and English language proficiency at IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.5.  The program duration is 1.5 years following a Level 7 qualification in the same discipline or 1 year following a level 8 qualification in the same discipline.

Entry into the Master of Philosophy requires a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in a relevant discipline, with evidence of the ability to conduct supervised research; or a qualification deemed equivalent by the Research Committee.

The below fees are based on an annual fee over a three-semester academic calendar.
 

Annual program fee:
 

• Students commencing study: $40,160* annually

The Master of Philosophy program provides you with the research skills for academic careers in the university sector or for roles in research-intensive organisations.