Master of Philosophy in the Sydney Nursing School
The Master of Philosophy is a research degree awarded for a thesis focusing on research within the disciplines of nursing and midwifery or within health and health care. A unit of coursework may be required to support the development of research skills and improve understanding of research methods. Candidates work independently on a research project under the guidance of supervisors appointed by Sydney Nursing School.
For admission requirements please refer to the course rules for this degree outlined below. Students intending to apply for candidature must submit a research proposal with their application.
Workload
The Master of Philosophy is a research-based degree assessed by the examination of a thesis of a maximum of 60,000 words on a topic of the student's choice. During candidature students work closely with their supervisors, who must be consulted regularly about the general design, planning, conduct and progress of the research, and the preparation of the written thesis.
Master of Philosophy students are expected to participate in the research workshops in semesters 1 and 2, and to attend Sydney Nursing School's Research Week. Students will have the opportunity to present their work to colleagues and peers at a school research forum.
Master of Philosophy students are required to complete a period of probationary candidature in accordance with the degree resolutions and also undergo an annual progress review and interview.
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable University By-laws, Rules and policies. These include:
– the Resolutions of the Faculty;
– the University of Sydney (Higher Degree by Research) Rule 2011 (the HDR Rule); and
– the Research Code of Conduct 2013; and the Research Data Management Policy 2014.
Additionally, the coursework components of this award course are subject to:
– the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2014 (the 'Coursework Rule');
– the Coursework Policy 2014;
– the Academic Honesty in Coursework Policy 2015; and
– the Academic Honesty Procedures 2016.
The latest versions of all such documents are available from the Policy Register: sydney.edu.au/policies.
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RMPHLNUR-01
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Master of Philosophy
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(1)
To be eligible to be admitted to candidature by the Dean or Associate Dean, an applicant must hold or have completed the requirements for:
(a)
Bachelor's degree or qualifications demonstrating equivalence with a Bachelor's degree; or
(2)
The 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 Faculty Research Education Committee, are equivalent to those prescribed in sub-clause (1).
(3)
The Associate Dean may impose on a student admitted to candidature pursuant to sub-clause (2) such conditions as the Associate Dean considers appropriate.
(1)
An applicant for admission to candidature must submit to the Faculty:
(a)
satisfactory evidence of the applicant's eligibility for admission;
(b)
written evidence confirming that an academic within the Faculty, with an academic background appropriate to the candidates proposed research:
(c)
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.
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supports the applicant's research proposal; and
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is willling to supervise the research.
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a written preliminary research proposal developed in conjunction with the proposed supervisor and in the form specified by the Faculty.
(d)
a statement certifying the applicant's understanding that, subject to the University of Sydney (Higher Degree by Research Rule) 2011, if the candidature is successful, their thesis and record of design-based work will be lodged with the University Libraries and made available for immediate public use;
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evidence of minimum English language requirements, where not demonstrated by academic qualifications; and
(f)
the contact details of two academic or practitioner referees.
(2)
In addition, an applicant for admission to part-time candidature must submit a statement that they will have sufficient time available to complete the requirements of the degree in accordance with these resolutions.
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The HDR Rule specifies the conditions for the granting of credit for previous studies, including the effect on completion times.
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The Associate Dean will appoint a research supervisor and auxiliary supervisor for each candidate in accordance with the HDR Rule and the Supervision of Higher Degree by Research Students Policy 2013.
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The HDR Rule specifies the conditions for the control of candidature by the University.
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The HDR Rule specifies the conditions for the location of candidature and attendance by candidates at the University.
(1)
To satisfy the requirements of the degree candidates must:
(a)
complete any specified probationary requirements;
(b)
if commencing during or after 2021 complete within the first year (full-time equivalency) of candidature a minimum of 6 credit points of study from Table R as determined in the relevant Faculty milestones statement, and any other studies, as required by the supervisor(s) of the research project;
(c)
conduct research on the approved topic; and
(d)
write a thesis embodying the results of the research.
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A candidate shall produce a thesis that meets the requirements specified in the HDR Rule.
(2)
The thesis will have an upper limit of 50,000 words including footnotes that may be exceeded by no more than 10,000 words, with the permission of the Associate Dean. The word limit does not include appendices.
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A candidate is normally accepted for candidature on a probationary basis for a period not exceeding one year according to the provisions of the HDR Rule.
(2)
In the probationary period, other than in exceptional circumstances, to the satisfaction of the Faculty Research Education Committee, each candidate must:
(a)
meet any conditions set by the Faculty Research Education Committee; and
(b)
demonstrate adequate English language competency for the completion of the degree.
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The HDR Rule specifies the allowable completion times and submission dates for full- and part-time candidates in this course.
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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.
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A candidate may discontinue enrolment in a degree subject to the conditions specified by the HDR Rule.
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A candidate may take leave of absence from the degree subject to the conditions specified by the HDR Rule.
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A candidate is required to maintain satisfactory progress towards the timely completion of the degree. Progress will be reviewed annually according to the provisions of the HDR Rule and the Progress Planning and Review of Higher Degree by Research Students Policy 2015.
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Examination of the thesis will be conducted in general accordance with standards prescribed by Academic Board for the Master of Philosophy, which are set out in the Thesis and Examination of Higher Degree by Research Policy 2015.
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The degree is awarded at the Pass level only.
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These resolutions apply to students who commenced their candidature after 1 January 2020 and students who commenced their candidature prior to 1 January 2020 who elect to proceed under these resolutions. Students who commenced their candidature prior to 1 January 2020 may complete the requirements in accordance with the resolutions in force at the time of their commencement.