Master of Research (Earth and Planetary Sciences)

You will learn to demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and reflect critically on its application, investigate and synthesise complex information, generate and evaluate complex ideas at an abstract level, design and evaluate research methods, communicate and present a coherent argument to peers and the broader research community, and disseminate research that makes an original contribution to knowledge.

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.

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. For this course, the IELTS Academic requirements are an overall band score of 6.5, with minimum component scores of Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.0, Reading 6.0, and Listening 6.0.

The Master of Research (Earth and Planetary Sciences) is offered at Curtin Perth on campus, with intakes available in Research Term 1 and Research Term 2 in 2026.

Yes, the course can be studied on a full-time or equivalent part-time basis, with a duration of one to two years full-time or equivalent part-time study.