104 weeks
Full time / Part time (international student visa holders must enrol full-time)
1 March (Research Period 2) | 1 July (Research Period 3)
Course Overview
About This Course
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Sydney
The Greenway Building, Cnr Bridge and Macquarie Streets, Sydney, NSW 2000
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
- Find a potential supervisor within the University whose academic background aligns with your research. Admission requires confirmation from both your lead supervisor and auxiliary supervisor within the School of Architecture, Design and Planning.
- Contact a research supervisor via email and provide: your academic/educational background and research experience with examples such as an academic transcript, your CV/resume, the area of interest for your MPhil, and why you believe your research topics align with this supervisor.
- In conjunction with your supervisor, develop a preliminary research proposal of at least 500 words that outlines the subject area, objectives, and significance of your research.
- If you intend to study part-time towards a MPhil (international student visa holders must enrol full-time), you will also need to supply: evidence that shows you will have sufficient time available to plan and carry out the research under the supervision of the University, and complete the course within the maximum period allowed for a part-time MPhil enrolment, and a declaration from your employer (if relevant) confirming that you will be permitted to take the time required to effectively pursue your studies.
- Applications must include: your research proposal, your CV (curriculum vitae, resumé), your post-school academic transcripts, written statement from your two potential supervisors that they have agreed to supervise your project, supporting documents such as identification and evidence of residency status, two academic referee reports (optional), and other supporting evidence as required.
Quality & Recognition
Accreditation & Migration
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
AACA
Course Content
Units of Competency
Modes of Inquiry: Research and Scholarship
Required unit of study for HDR students in Architecture, Design and Planning. Completed in Year 1.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the expected length of the thesis for the Master of Philosophy (Architecture, Design and Planning)?
The final thesis for the Master of Philosophy (Architecture, Design and Planning) is expected to be in the range of 30,000 to 60,000 words.
What research areas can I specialise in for this MPhil?
You can undertake the MPhil in any of the following research areas: architectural design, architecture history and theory, architectural science, design, and urbanism.
When are the application closing dates for the MPhil in Architecture, Design and Planning?
Applications are assessed in two rounds annually. The two closing dates per year are 31 March (for admission in July of the same calendar year) and 30 September (for admission in March the following year).
Is there an additional tuition fee for the coursework units required as part of this research degree?
There is no separate tuition fee cost for the coursework units of study you will undertake; it is part of the tuition fee for the course.
Do I need to find a supervisor before applying for the MPhil?
Yes, admission requires confirmation from both your lead supervisor and auxiliary supervisor within the School of Architecture, Design and Planning. You should contact a potential supervisor via email providing your academic background, CV, area of interest, and together develop a preliminary research proposal of at least 500 words before applying.
Application
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