Master of Philosophy

at Charles Sturt University

Students will work with their supervisory team to complete all aspects of the research project which constitutes the Master of Philosophy degree. The supervisory team will be comprised of one principal supervisor and at least one co-supervisor who are both permanent academic staff at Charles Sturt University. Supervisory teams may include additional co-supervisors who are adjuncts and/or external to CSU with appropriate qualifications. All supervisors will be required to meet minimum qualification and professional experience standards and have been formally registered on the CSU Supervisor Registry.

Under the guidance of their supervisors, students will determine an appropriate area of study that aligns with the Faculty’s designated fields of research, where appropriate, gain ethics and other approvals, conduct a detailed research investigation, and write and submit a thesis for examination.

Students are also required to complete and submit a formal research proposal that has been reviewed and endorsed by a review panel and approved through the School-based endorsement of candidature process. Students will also be required to engage with University progress reporting requirements as advised by the Research Office on admission. Additional requirements and conditions of enrolment, probation and progress may be applicable to individual students.

Completion of the All India Senior School Certificates, where awarded by CBSE and metro state boards. Overall score of 60% in 4 Academic subjects:
 

• CBSE

• India School Certificate (ISC)

• State Boards;

• A completed award with a minimum total score of 24 or above in the International Baccalaureate

• Completion of two GCE A2 Levels with a minimum of 2 x D or equivalent in a minimum of two subjects, where A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1

• A pass in the first division in the Pre-University Certificate

1 year full-time equivalent fee
$31,200

Subject fee (8 Points)
$3,900

Please note: Fees are indicative only, based on full-time study. Check the course duration and graduation requirements to determine your study load for this course.

Master of Philosophy graduates are well placed to progress into a wide range of careers, depending on their areas of research. These can include high-level research, policy or industry roles in Australia or overseas in various professional arenas.