University of Sydney / Faculty of Arts / Department of Media and Communications / Media & Communication / Master of Philosophy (Media and Communications) 2009

Master of Philosophy (Media and Communications) MPhil
Postgraduate Research 2009

 

Application Closing Dates

 
Semester 1 Semester 2 Mid-Year Entry
31 OCT 2008 30 APR 2009 Available
Late applications are considered, however priority will be given to applications received on time.

Duration

 
The course may be undertaken full-time (1 - 2 years), or part time (2 - 4 years).

Entry Requirements

 
A Bachelor of Arts (Media and Communications) degree with Honours Class I or II.1 or a Master of Media Practice degree or a Master of Strategic Publications degree with Merit (distinction average), including a dissertation.

Completion Requirements

 
Candidates for the degree of Master of Philosophy (MPhil) research and write a thesis of 40,000 - 60,000 words on an approved topic under the supervision of a member of the academic staff.
Policy on upgrade from MPhil to PhD
Upgrade from MPhil to PhD is not 'automatic' and may not be used to gain extra candidature time. It is recommended that: 1. MPhil candidates seeking upgrade should demonstrate an ability to conduct research at PhD level by:
(i) providing a detailed thesis outline satisfactory to the department (ii) providing satisfactory chapter drafts of not less than a total of 35,000 words or equivalent (completed during the MPhil candidature)
2. Normally application to upgrade from MPhil to PhD should be made prior to the fourth semester (full-time equivalent) of MPhil candidature.