Overview

Understanding and discovery in science drives advancement, providing solutions to the world's health, environmental, agricultural and technological challenges. You will be supervised by internationally-recognised scientists and with opportunities to immerse yourself in UNE's vibrant research culture and access to our world-class facilities, develop your skills as a research professional.

Why study the Master of Science with UNE?

Whether your goal is to pursue a career in research, or you wish to gain formal research training for current or future roles, University of New England's Master of Science (Research) is designed to foster your development as a research professional. Our course provides you with rigorous training in processes of scientific research, with flexible study options allowing you to complete your MSc in the way that best suits your lifestyle. Our course can be a pathway to PhD study, providing the pre-requisite training (for example, if you do not hold an Honours degree).

UNE's science research programs emphasise high-quality, high-impact, interdisciplinary scholarship and scientific enquiry, supporting innovation and improving social outcomes in the communities we serve. We seek to find solutions to complex problems, particularly those faced by rural and regional Australia.

With specialist knowledge in your field, you will be future proofing your career with in-demand scientific research skills. Through collaboration and innovation, we are dedicated to producing high-quality, high-impact, inter disciplinary research outcomes to find new applications and solutions to the problems faced in the rapidly changing world.

Career outcomes

Strong future growth is predicted in many science and technology sectors by the Australian Government.

Research experience can lead to enhanced employment opportunities in:

research and higher education institutions
health, medical, environmental, forensic and analytical laboratories
data science, statistics, analysis and information technology
agricultural science and technology services and industries
government agencies including CSIRO, ANSTO, and regulatory agencies (e.g. the APVMA, TGA, FSANZ)
mathematics and science teaching
leadership and management
sales and marketing.

Programme Structure

Degree structure:

The candidate shall present for examination a thesis in a format approved by the Committee embodying the results of the MSc work. Approved thesis formats are:
(a) Standard thesis, that exclusive of appendices, shall not exceed 30,000 words. In special cases these limits may be exceeded on the recommendation of the Principal Supervisor and Head of School and approval of the Committee; or
(b) Thesis by publication, as described in the Higher Degree Research Thesis by Publication Guidelines; or
(c) Journal article format, as described in the Journal Article Format for PhD Theses at UNE Guidelines.
A thesis must be in English unless the Committee has approved otherwise.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-06-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00 , International

More details

If you are an international applicant you can apply at any time

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

57

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

96 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Mathematics Natural Sciences Environmental Sciences View 38 other Masters in Mathematics in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

57

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code 000477G

Admission to candidature in the degree of Master of Science (MSc) may be approved by the Committee only when the Head of School has:

certified that the necessary facilities and appropriate support for the applicant undertaking the proposed MSc program are available; and
nominated an appropriate Principal Supervisor and Co-supervisor(s) in accordance with the Supervisors - Nomination, Appointment and Responsibilities Rule.

The Committee may, on the recommendation of the relevant Head of School, admit to candidature into the course for the degree of Master of Science (MSc) an applicant who:

has a degree of Bachelor (AQF Level 7) in a cognate discipline at the level of Credit (GPA 5) or above; or
has a degree at AQF Level 7 or equivalent and has adequate relevant preparation since graduation.

Tuition Fee

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International

36226 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 36226 AUD per year during 24 months.

Commonwealth Supported Place

Living costs for Armidale

1500 - 2100 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Science (Research).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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