Master of Philosophy (Computer Science)

The Master of Philosophy (Health Science) encompasses the disciplines of Biomedical Sciences, Exercise, Sport and Rehabilitation Science, Clinical Sciences, Medical Radiation Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Psychology and Behavioural Science.

This course is by research and normally requires one to two years full-time or equivalent part-time study, with a standard duration of 2 years full-time.

Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens who are successful applicants of a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program are eligible for a tuition fee exemption under the Australian Government's Research Training Program (RTP), covering up to two years of full-time equivalent study for Master of Philosophy programs.

Students will demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and reflect critically on that knowledge and its application; investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories; generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level; design, use and evaluate research and research methods; present a coherent and sustained argument and disseminate research concepts, plans and results to the general community, peers and the national and international research community; and design, evaluate, implement, analyse, theorise and disseminate research that makes an original contribution to knowledge and/or professional practice.

The Master of Philosophy (Health Science) is offered at Curtin Perth, with intakes available in Research Term 1 and Research Term 2 for 2026, delivered on campus.