Overview

Philosophy (Advanced Seminar and Shorter Thesis) from University of Melbourne provides research students with specialist support, including workshops, seminars and coursework leadership programs. You will cultivate high-level research and writing skills, and study coursework elements that enhance your research training experience.

Key facts

The Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar and Shorter Thesis) is currently available to those wishing to study in Philosophy only.

If you want to develop specialised knowledge in one or more areas that interest you, the Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar and Shorter Thesis) will provide you with an advanced understanding of the major issues experienced in your chosen field.

Usually undertaken over 18 months (full-time) or three years (part-time), successful completion of the Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar and Shorter Thesis) can act as a pathway to a Doctor of Philosophy – Arts degree. The Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences only accepts applications for Semester 1 commencement - there is no mid-year intake. You are expected to begin your degree by the first week of Semester 1.

Programme Structure

Program Requirements:

20,000-22,000 word thesis
two compulsory subjects (25 points)
Literature Review
Philosophy Methods

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-14 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

91

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PTE Academic

72

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IELTS

7

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Credits

25 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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91

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72

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IELTS

7

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 080605G

A four-year honours degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and have achieved a minimum weighted average of 70 % in the final year subjects, or (University of Melbourne) equivalent, with a minimum result of 75% for the research component; or
A Master's degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component, equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and achieved a minimum weighted average of 70% or (University of Melbourne) equivalent, with a minimum result of 75% for the research component; or
A qualification and professional experience which is considered to be equivalent as deemed by the selection committee

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Tuition Fees

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53525 AUD / year

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Additional Details

Domestic: Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) places available

Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 AUD / month

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