Natural and Physical Sciences (Research)

This system offers postgraduate research supervision on the smaller scale compared to PhD, while being a pathway into this PhD. It succeeds in the submission of a thesis that demonstrates the capacity for critical analysis and research.

• Conclusion of a suitable AQF degree 8 honours level (Class I or II)
• Or a post graduate qualification in research methods which include 0.5 semester supervised research using a minimum charge grade (65%) (or equivalent) and one research methods subject
• Or a mix of research and qualifications comparable to the above.