Master of Philosophy - Agricultural Sciences
Course MR-PHILAGR (2016)
Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2016.
Year and Campus: | 2016 - Parkville |
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CRICOS Code: | 061966G |
Fees Information: | Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date |
Level: | Research Higher Degree |
Duration & Credit Points: | Students are expected to complete this research in 2.00 years full time, or equivalent part time. |
Coordinator
Dr Helen Billman-Jacobe
Contact
Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences
The University of Melbourne
Victoria 3010
Australia
Telephone: + 61 3 8344 7357
Web: http://www.fvas.unimelb.edu.au/
Email: vet-ag-research@unimelb.edu.au
Course Overview: |
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is an internationally recognised masters (by research) degree. It is designed for students to develop advanced skills in carrying out independent and sustained research. The thesis should demonstrate a critical application of specialist knowledge and make an independent contribution to existing scholarship in the area of research. The normal length of an MPhil thesis is 30,000-40,000 words, exclusive of words in tables, maps bibliographies and appendices. Footnotes are included as part of the word limit. |
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Learning Outcomes: |
On completion of the course students should be able to:
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Course Structure & Available Subjects: |
All candidates for the MPhil will be examined on the basis of their thesis. A candidate will have appropriately experienced supervisor(s) and an Advisory Committee who, in consultation with the candidate, arranges a course of supervised research designed to suit the individual requirements and interests of the candidate. A candidate may be required to supplement their research program by attendance at, or enrolment in, additional subjects if considered necessary by the supervisor(s). Duration of candidature is 18 months (full-time equivalent). Two extensions of three months each may be allowed. For local students, RTS is available for a maximum of two years (full-time equivalent). |
Entry Requirements: |
MPhil applicants will be assessed using the criteria described below. The measures include an assessment of a candidate’s knowledge of the discipline and evidence of their ability to complete a rigorous research project. Applicants are required to meet the minimum standards described below.
1. In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have completed:
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Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection. 2. In selecting applicants, the selection committee will consider applicants’:
3. The selection committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Selection and Admission into Graduate Research Courses Policy. 4. The minimum English language requirements for this course are: Band 6.5.
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Core Participation Requirements: |
All MPhil candidates are required to complete the equivalent of at least six months full-time (12 months part-time) advanced study and research at the University unless studying at an outside institution approved by the Research Higher Degrees Committee (RHDC). The RHDC will not approve entirely distance supervision or entirely on-line supervision for research higher degree students. Throughout their candidature candidates are expected to attend the University in order to benefit from planning, conducting and writing up their research within a University community and environment. The residency requirement is deemed especially important during the first six months of candidature. During this time the student is expected to interact on a regular basis with the supervisor, the department (including staff and other research students) and the University, so as:
It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student’s participation in the University’s programs. Students who feel their disability will impact on meeting the requirements of this course are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and the Disability Liaison Unit. |
Graduate Attributes: |
Research masters degrees at the University of Melbourne seek to develop graduates who have a capacity for defining and managing a research project characterised by originality and independence. Their training equips them for more sustained and original work at the doctoral level or for applied research positions in a wide variety of contexts. The University expects its research masters graduates to have the following qualities and skills:
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Links to further information: | http://www.gradresearch.unimelb.edu.au |
Notes: |
Application Procedure Detailed information for prospective MPhil students regarding the application process, including the application form is available at http://www.futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/grad/research. Applications are accepted year-round. MPhil Agricultural Sciences applicants should identify a supervisor before lodging an application by completing an Expression of Interest. The Find an Expert website may also assist you to find an appropriate supervisor. Which scholarship can I apply for? Students can find information about graduate research scholarships offered by the University of Melbourne at the Melbourne Scholarships Office . Facilities and Support: The Melbourne School of Graduate Research makes available a broad range of Programs & Services available to graduate research students. Candidature: Candidates undertake a period of supervised advanced study and research in the Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences. The term of candidature is three years on a full-time study basis and six years on a part-time study basis. Candidates are expected to meet regularly with their supervisor and are required to submit an annual report on the progress of their work. They are expected to present their work in the Faculty’s research seminar program. They are assisted to participate in relevant national or international conferences. Assessment: A thesis is submitted for examination by a minimum of two external examiners. The format of the thesis, including a statement on authorship, must follow prescriptions laid down by the University and advised to the candidate at the time of enrolment. Candidates whose progress in the course is not satisfactory may have their candidature terminated after appropriate counselling and an opportunity for appeal. |
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