Master of Arts (Applied Philosophy) (Thesis)

Course 102PA (2011)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2011.

Year and Campus: 2011 - Parkville
CRICOS Code: 007306C
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Level: Research Higher Degree
Duration & Credit Points: Students are expected to complete this research in 1.50 years full time, or equivalent part time.

Coordinator

Andrew Alexandra
Email: a.alexandra@unimelb.edu.au

Contact

The Graduate School of Humanities & Social Sciences
Email: arts-research@unimelb.edu.au

Course Overview:

The MA program allows students to undertake extensive independent research in philosophy. The thesis should demonstrate a critical application of specialist knowledge and make an independent contribution to existing scholarship in the area of research. Candidates may advance to the Doctor of Philosophy degree after successful completion of the MA or may apply to convert to the PhD at an earlier stage. An honours grade of at least H3 (65%) must be attained to qualify for the award of the MA.
Objectives: Students who complete the MA will:
  • undertake advanced study in a specialised branch of Philosophy as determined by the student;
  • acquire research skills and and an understanding of the methods required for advanced research in Philosophy;
  • complete a major thesis, based on original research and revealing an awareness of current theoretical directions in their chosen field.
Course Structure & Available Subjects:

Thesis 30,000 words (100 points per year)
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Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
RHD First Half Year, RHD Second Half Year
Entry Requirements: A four year BA (Honours) degree with a research component or equivalent in the appropriate area of study or closely related area. The grade for the honours thesis component must be at least equivalent to an H2A (75%) at the University of Melbourne and the overall honours result must be at least equivalent to an H2B (70%).

Applicants must include with their application a thesis proposal of 2,500 words and a writing sample (this may be an essay from your previous degree, a chapter from your Honours or Masters thesis or a published article). The primary basis for selection is academic merit, however, consideration will also be given to the quality of the thesis proposal, research potential, and the availability of an appropriate supervisor. Academic references may also be required to access the applicant's eligibility.
Core Participation Requirements: For the purposes of considering requests for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this course are articulated in the Course Description, Course Objectives and Generic Skills of this entry.
The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the disability support scheme can be found at the Disability Liaison Unit website: http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/
Graduate Attributes: Please refer to the University Graduate Attributes: http://www.unimelb.edu.au/about/attributes.html
Links to further information: http://www.philosophy.unimelb.edu.au/cappe

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