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How to become a research studentTypes of research degreesMaster degree by researchTwo years full-time or part-timeequivalentAs a master by research student, youwill have the opportunity to make acontribution to knowledge throughindependent research. The degreeis assessed via a thesis examination.You will learn to analyse literatureand relevant artefacts, and debate atan advanced level in your substantivethesis topic.Professional doctorateThree-four years full-time or part-timeequivalentA professional doctorate is a rigorousprogram of advanced study andresearch, designed specifically tomeet the needs of industry andprofessional groups. Professionaldoctorates usually consist of a blendof coursework and research.Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)Three-four years full-time or part-timeequivalentThe Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)program encourages students toundertake original and high qualityindependent research. PhD studentsprepare a substantial piece of work(thesis) which represents asignificant contribution to yourchosen field of study.12see unisa.edu.au
Pathways to research degree programs at the University of South AustraliaHonours 1,Honours 2Aor an appropriate masterdegree, or equivalentOther postgraduate andundergraduate degreesIndividual assessment ofqualifications and researchcapabilities as proven throughevidence of professional workexperience in the field ofproposed study and by relevantquality publications. The outcomeof this assessment will determinewhich of the degree optionsbelow are available to youNo tertiary educationqualifications*Applicants must demonstrateresearch capabilities as proventhrough evidence of professionalwork experience in the field ofproposed study and by relevantquality publicationsEligible to be considered for admissioninto master degree by researchOn completion of a master degree by researchapplicants may apply for a doctorateEligible to be considered for admission into PhD, or Professional Doctorate ##Research Professional Doctorate candidates must also demonstrate at least five years’ practice in a relevant field and normally within the last ten years.*Individuals without prior qualifications should contact the Dean of Graduate Studies in the first instance.Minimum English language entry requirements for research studentsEnglish Language Test (see note 1)IELTS (International English Language Testing System)Score7.0 for English language-richprograms with a minimum of 6.0in each sub-score test(see note 2)6.5 for non English language-richprograms with a minimum of 6.0in each sub-score test (see note 2)Or corresponding results from an equivalent test such as Test of English as a ForeignLanguage (TOEFL), the University of Cambridge English for Speakers of Other Languages(ESOL) Examinations: for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) and the Certificatein Advanced English (CAE), the Pearson test or the appropriate academic Englishlanguage level delivered by the Centre for English Language at the University of SouthAustralia (CELUSA).Other qualificationsSuccessful completion of a tertiary qualification at a bachelor level or above completed inAustralia within the last two years.Successful completion of at least two years of tertiary study at a bachelor level or aboveat an institution where the language of instruction and assessment is English within thelast five years.Having taught in the English language for at least two years at an overseas academicinstitution prior to the date of application. Such applications must be supported by theproposed supervisor and Dean of Research (or equivalent).Having written in English and been published in scholarly books or internationallyrecognised journals - normally at least two articles in the last five years prior to the dateof application. Such applications must be accompanied by an authorship statement orevidence of the contribution of the applicant and supported by the proposed supervisorand Dean of Research (or equivalent).Applicants from countries where Englishis an official language or who have hadrecent work experience in an English settingmay meet our minimum program entryrequirements in a number of alternativeways. If you have completed previousstudy or work experience in English youmust send certified documentation fromthe educational institution or employercertifying that the language of instructionor employment was in English.Note 1Results from IELTS, University ofCambridge ESOL examinations andTOEFL are valid for two years.Note 2To determine which programs arelanguage-rich and which are not, pleasevisit the website to review the list ofprograms.13
Page 1 and 2: Guide toPostgraduate Programs 2014
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