Award Abbreviation: MSc
Degree Type: Higher degree by research program
Mode of Study: Internal / External
Duration: 1 year minimum, 2 years maximum full-time; 2 years minimum, 4 years maximum part-time
Commencement: Students can apply and start throughout the year, subject to program requirements
Program Code: SC801
CRICOS Code: 026640J

Entry Requirements

Candidates for the award of Master of Science are normally required to hold a Bachelors degree with at least second class honours Division 1 from a recognised higher education institution.

Applicants who have completed a Bachelors degree and have achieved by subsequent work and study a standard equivalent to at least second class honours Division 1 may also be considered. In exceptional cases applications may be considered on the basis of other evidence of general and professional qualifications as approved by the Graduate Studies Sub-Committee.

Notes

1. Prospective applicants wishing to undertake an MSc will need to find a suitable supervisor by contacting the Faculty of Science.
2. For further information, refer to the Rules for Higher Degrees by Research.
3. Refer to the research areas for the Faculty of Science.

Enrolment and Fees

1. In any semester, full-time enrolment comprises 0.500 EFTSL.
2. In any semester, part-time enrolment comprises 0.250 EFTSL.
3. The census date for withdrawal without financial penalty or academic penalty is the Semester 1 or 2 census date.
4. Candidates pay full tuition fees.

EFTSL - Equivalent Full-Time Student Load. One year of full-time study equates to 1.000 EFTSL

Enquiries

Contact: Faculty of Science
Dr Ron Neller, Postgraduate Research Coordinator; Tel: +61 7 5430 1204; Email: rneller@usc.edu.au

Office of Learning Teaching and Research
Research Support Officer
Tel: +61 7 5459 4526; Fax: +61 7 5430 1111; Email: btoon@usc.edu.au