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Master of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences)

Arts and humanities

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) research is offered in a range of disciplines. Candidates research and write a thesis on an approved topic. All research is done under the supervision of a member of our academic staff. This course is for graduates looking to undertake in-depth research on an approved topic within the arts or social sciences, ideal for those aiming to contribute original knowledge to their field or transition to a PhD program.

Official
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters by Research
AQF 9
Campus
Camperdown/Darlington Campus
NSW
Course code
CRICOS 009061C
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Course overview

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) research is offered in a range of disciplines. Candidates research and write a thesis on an approved topic. All research is done under the supervision of a member of our academic staff. This course is for graduates looking to undertake in-depth research on an approved topic within the arts or social sciences, ideal for those aiming to contribute original knowledge to their field or transition to a PhD program.

Entry requirements

Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.

To be eligible for admission to the Master of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences) you must have completed the equivalent of one of the following in a subject area related to your proposed research area: - bachelor’s degree with first class or second class honours or, master's degree by research; or - master’s degree by coursework with an independent research component such as a thesis, dissertation or research project with a minimum overall pass average of 75% These constitute the minimum requirements for eligibility and do not guarantee admission. This remains at the discretion of the relevant supervisors and departments. The University must certify that there are sufficient supervisory and other resources and facilities available to enable your candidature to be completed successfully. To be eligible for admission to the Master of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences) you must have completed the equivalent of one of the following in a subject area related to your proposed research area: - bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney or equivalent institution, with a minimum Honours Second Class, Division 1 in the subject area in which the applicant wishes to proceed; or - a master's degree from the University of Sydney or equivalent institution, completed by coursework, in a relevant subject area, with a Distinction average for the coursework component and which contained an independent research component that comprised 25% of the requirements for the award of the degree and for which the applicant achieved a result of Distinction or above; or - a master's degree from the University of Sydney or equivalent institution, in a relevant subject area, completed by research. These constitute the minimum requirements for eligibility and do not guarantee admission. This remains at the discretion of the relevant supervisors and departments. The University must certify that there are sufficient supervisory and other resources and facilities available to enable your candidature to be completed successfully. Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.

English language

Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.

  • TOEFL iBTOverall 85L 17 · R 17 · W 19 · S 17
  • IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
  • PTE AcademicOverall 64L 60 · R 60 · W 60 · S 60

Additional requirements

  • Academic entry requirement

    To be eligible for admission to the Master of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences) you must have completed the equivalent of one of the following in a subject area related to your proposed research area: - bachelor’s degree with first class or second class honours or, master's degree by research; or - master’s degree by coursework with an independent research component such as a thesis, dissertation or research project with a minimum overall pass average of 75% These constitute the minimum requirements for eligibility and do not guarantee admission. This remains at the discretion of the relevant supervisors and departments. The University must certify that there are sufficient supervisory and other resources and facilities available to enable your candidature to be completed successfully. To be eligible for admission to the Master of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences) you must have completed the equivalent of one of the following in a subject area related to your proposed research area: - bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney or equivalent institution, with a minimum Honours Second Class, Division 1 in the subject area in which the applicant wishes to proceed; or - a master's degree from the University of Sydney or equivalent institution, completed by coursework, in a relevant subject area, with a Distinction average for the coursework component and which contained an independent research component that comprised 25% of the requirements for the award of the degree and for which the applicant achieved a result of Distinction or above; or - a master's degree from the University of Sydney or equivalent institution, in a relevant subject area, completed by research. These constitute the minimum requirements for eligibility and do not guarantee admission. This remains at the discretion of the relevant supervisors and departments. The University must certify that there are sufficient supervisory and other resources and facilities available to enable your candidature to be completed successfully.

  • Additional entry requirement

    Relevant research preparation and academic record; research proposal and supervisor requirements where applicable; faculty-specific criteria; English proficiency.

Intakes and tuition

Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.

IntakeCampusStartsApplications closeTuitionFor
2027 · Semester 1Camperdown/Darlington Campus——$52,700per yearInternational students
2027 · Trimester 3Camperdown/Darlington Campus——$52,700per yearInternational students
2027 · Semester 2Camperdown/Darlington Campus——$52,700per yearInternational students

Where it is taught

  • Camperdown/Darlington Campus

    Primary

    NSW

References

Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

  1. Master of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences)sydney.edu.au
  2. The University of Sydneysydney.edu.au
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  7. International Admission Guide 2027Official source
  8. Coursework Policy 2021Official source
  9. University of Sydney Honours eligibilityOfficial source
  10. University of Sydney English language requirementsOfficial source
  11. University of Sydney preparation and direct-entry programsOfficial source
  12. University of Sydney international undergraduate academic requirementsOfficial source
  13. University of Sydney postgraduate research admissionOfficial source
  14. Taylors College Sydney entry requirementsOfficial source
  15. QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

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Master of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences) at The University of Sydney: Fees & Entry Requirements