Master of Science (Research)

The Master of Science (Research) gives you the tools and opportunities you need to further your career in your chosen scientific area. In this degree, highly motivated and highly qualified students undertake advanced study to produce a research-based dissertation which will help you to develop your research skills in a specialised area of knowledge and proceed further with your career.

This degree has two majors to choose from, Applied Research and Advanced Research. The Applied Research major combines research and coursework to enhance your knowledge across a range of different science-based disciplines. The Advanced Research major gives students, who have already undertaken substantial prior studies, the opportunity to focus on a research project in a specific area.

In this degree you will find the emphasis to be on the development of knowledge and skills to allow you to undertake independent research and professional practice in your chosen area.