Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
| CRICOS code |
Duration (minimum) |
|---|---|
| 019835A | 18 months to 2 years full-time equivalent |
The University of Sydney Business School has an outstanding reputation for the quality of its research across a wide range of academic disciplines. The Master of Philosophy takes at least 18 months to complete full-time during which candidates undertake approved research and write a thesis with an upper limit of 50,000 words.
The requirements for the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) are set out under the: University of Sydney (Higher Degree by Research) Rule 2011
Duration of the MPhil is 18 months to 2 years full time equivalent. Candidates must successfully complete a 12 month probation period and all coursework requirements.
For details regarding the course structure and entry requirements, please refer to the University of Sydney Business School’s Postgraduate Research pages.
Resolutions for the Master of Philosophy
Master of Philosophy in Business
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2014 (the 'Coursework Rule'), the Coursework Policy 2014, the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as amended), the Academic Honesty in Coursework Policy 2015 and the Academic Honesty Procedures 2016. Up to date versions of all such documents are available from the Policy Register: http://sydney.edu.au/policies.
Part 2: Admission requirements
2 Eligibility for admission to candidature
(a)
hold or have completed the requirements for a bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, with first class honours or second class honours, first division, in the area of study in which the applicant wishes to undertake the degree; or
(b)
hold both an undergraduate and postgraduate degree from a recognised University, with at least an 80% average in the area of study in which the applicant wishes to undertake research.
(2)
The Dean or Associate Dean may admit to candidature an applicant who does not meet the requirements of sub-clause (1), provided that the applicant holds a qualification or qualifications that, in the opinion of the School's Research Unit Committee are equivalent to those prescribed in sub-clause (1).
3 Application for admission to candidature
(b)
a research proposal detailing the proposed area of research, the techniques to be used, data sources and bibliography;
(c)
demonstration of research potential either by publication, previous work experience, related coursework or other eligible means;
(e)
a statement certifying the applicant's understanding that, subject to the HDR Rule, if the candidature is successful, his or her thesis will be lodged with the University Librarian and made available for immediate public use.
(2)
In addition, an applicant for admission to part-time candidature must submit a statement that he or she will have sufficient time available to complete the requirements of the degree in accordance with these resolutions.
4 Credit transfer
Part 3: Candidature
5 Appointment of supervisor
0.
The Head of Department will appoint a supervisor and associate supervisor for each candidate in accordance with the HDR Rule and Academic Board policies for postgraduate research higher degree supervision.
6 Control of candidature
7 Location of candidature and attendance
Part 5: Enrolment and progression
11 Probation
(1)
A candidate is normally accepted for candidature on a probationary basis for a period not exceeding six months according to the provisions of the HDR Rule.
12 Time limits, earliest and latest submission dates
0.
The HDR Rule specifies the allowable completion times and submission dates available for full- and part-time candidates in this course.
13 Mode of attendance
0.
The attendance pattern for this course is full-time or part-time according to candidate choice. Visa requirements commonly restrict international students to full-time study only.
14 Discontinuation of candidature
0.
A candidate may discontinue enrolment in a unit of study or the degree subject to the conditions specified by the HDR Rule.
15 Suspension of candidature
0.
A candidate may suspend enrolment from the degree subject to the conditions specified by the HDR Rule.
16 Leave of absence
0.
A candidate may take leave of absence from the degree subject to the conditions specified by the HDR Rule.
17 Progress
Part 6: Examination
18 Examination of the thesis
(1)
Examination of the thesis will be conducted in general accordance with standards prescribed by Academic Board for the Doctor of Philosophy, except that:
(b)
two examiners will be appointed by the School, at least one of whom shall be external to the University; and
(2)
The thesis will be graded by the examiners and a 'Thesis grade' will be recorded on the academic transcript.
(3)
In addition to the copy provided to the library, one copy of the final, approved thesis shall be bound in hard copy and provided to the School.
19 Award of the degree
Part 7: Other
20 Transitional provisions
(1)
These course resolutions apply to students who commenced their candidature after 1 January, 2012 and students who commenced their candidature prior to 1 January, 2012 who elect to proceed under these resolutions.
(2)
Candidates who commenced prior to 1 January, 2012 may complete the requirements in accordance with the resolutions in force at the time of their commencement, provided that requirements are completed within the time limits specified in those resolutions. The Dean or Associate Dean may specify a later date for completion or specify alternative requirements for completion of candidatures that extend beyond this time.