Master of Philosophy in Science

Admissions information

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  This course is tailored for aspiring researchers and professionals in the scientific community seeking to deepen their expertise and pursue original research.

  Opt for this programme to enhance your research capabilities and prepare for a PhD at UTS. You will acquire analytical proficiency, problem-solving techniques, and professional competencies such as communication, critical analysis, project management, and innovation strategies. The course enables you to complete a significant research project, allowing you to conduct pioneering research and potentially transition into UTS's PhD programme.

  You will experience a blend of theoretical learning and practical application through coursework and research. Your learning will be interactive, supported by leading experts, and focused on real-world challenges, equipping you with the knowledge and skills for a successful career in science or further academic pursuits.

  The course contains a choice of professional subjects relevant to all science disciplines. The subjects encompass the development of a suite of skills important to a professional scientist; be they engaged in research, science businesses, industries, or government organisations. These are the skills of communication, critical analysis, project management and innovation and commercialisation. The professional strand is complemented by a choice of major study in a specific science or mathematics field. The second half of the course comprises a substantial research component, giving students an opportunity to undertake original, cutting-edge research. For students with suitable achievement levels, this provides a direct pathway to the UTS PhD program

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  The course is offered on a two-year, full-time basis.

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  To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

  This program is available to students who have completed 48 credit points in the Master of Science (Extension) (C04265) or Master of Science (C04241) and have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement of a credit average or higher and research potential. Admission is via internal course transfer. Prospective students must liaise with their program director to organise a supervisor and project.

  Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

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  2025 Indicative tuition fees for domestic students

  As a postgraduate student, you'll be responsible for covering your own tuition fees.

  2025 Tuition Fee

  • Indicative first-year tuition fee:  $33,640.00
  • Indicative total tuition fee:  $68,793.80

  You can choose to pay your fees upfront per session, or if you’re eligible, you can defer them using a government FEE-HELP loan. This loan helps you cover all or part of your tuition fees. Keep in mind that applications for this loan are specific to each course.

  Additional Costs 

  Your tuition fees do not include:

  • The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which supports student services and activities. If eligible, you can defer this fee using SA-HELP.
  • Textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.
  • Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges).

  Important Information 

  • Fees are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
  • The indicative tuition fees above are based on full-time study (1 year = 48 credit points).
  • Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.
  • You can calculate your student contribution based on the amounts listed in the student contribution table

  Alumni Advantage Program 

  As a UTS graduate, you can enjoy a 10% discount on your course fees. Just apply for the course you're interested in, and if you're accepted, the discount will automatically be applied to your enrolment invoice. Learn more about the Alumni Advantage Program. 

  If you have any questions about course fees, please feel free to make an enquiry.
 

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  Students enrolled in this course may be eligible for recognition of prior learning of up to 24 credit points if the subjects previously studied are deemed by UTS: Science to be equivalent to those specified for their course.

  To be considered for recognition of prior learning, subjects must normally have been completed no more than five years prior to the commencement of this course.