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Master of Philosophy

Provider:
Alphacrucis University College
Course Code:
MPhil
CRICOS Code:
089243A
Qualification Level:
Masters
Course Area:
Creative Arts, Education Studies
Duration:
1 - 5 Year
Study Mode:
Full Time
Location:
Hobart, Australia
Course Fees:
AUD 34,440 Per Course
Delivery Mode:
On Campus, Online Delivery
Target:
International
Intake:
January, July
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Course Overview

We are committed to excellence and innovation in research. Set yourself apart in the fields of Business, Education and Theology by completing your Master of Philosophy (MPhil) at AC. The MPhil provides a pathway for students who have a coursework Masters degrees to pursue further independent research.

Through supervision and research, you will gain systematic and critical understanding, including a working knowledge of recent developments and approaches, in your area of specialisation.


Course Structure

The course consists of 120 credit points comprising:

  • one core research methods subject (20 credit points)
  • one subject at 700 level (20 credit points) to be taken from the area of specialisation
  • one core 30,000 word research thesis (80 credit points) in area of specialisation

To qualify for award of the degree of Master of Philosophy a candidate shall complete at least 120 credit points.

Entry Requirement

Admission Requirements
Academic Entry Requirements

Applicants will need to show one of the following qualifications:

  • Completion of an AQF Level 8 Bachelors (Honours 1 or 2a) degree in a relevant field, or equivalent.
  • Completion of an AQF Level 7 bachelors degree in a relevant field, or equivalent, as well as an AQF Level 8 graduate diploma in a relevant field with at least a 20 credit point research component and an overall GPA at least 2.8.
  • Completion of an AQF Level 9 or above postgraduate qualification in a relevant field, or equivalent. 
Language Requirement
IELTS Score (Minimum)

Overseas students are required to demonstrate their English proficiency skills. Such students must attain an overall IELTS (or equivalent) score of 7.0 (with no score below 7.0 in any of the four skills areas).

IELTS (or equivalent) is not required for applicants who have undertaken five years of required higher education study (or equivalent) in English from an approved country or who have completed a Certificate IV or higher qualification awarded in English under the Australian Qualification Framework by an authorised institution or registered training organisation.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the MPhil program are likely to find employment in the church, the business sector, the education sector, as well as in the community sector. Your graduate employment opportunities include, but are not limited to:

  • Lecturer or trainer
  • Academic researcher
  • Church pastor
  • Community/NFP/NGO worker
  • Church administrator
  • Education administrator or teacher
  • Business professional

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