Masters by research
What is a masters by research?
A research masters provides an opportunity to pursue a significant piece of supervised research. At QUT, a masters by research normally consists of:
- a relevant coursework component
- the preparation of a research hypothesis and methodology
- the presentation of the results of the research through a Thesis.
Who should complete a masters by research?
A masters by research may be suitable if you have completed a degree and have valuable experience in the workforce. If you do not meet requirements for entry to a PhD, you may be able to upgrade your entry qualifications by commencing in a masters by research.
How long will a masters by research take?
Research masters are normally completed in 1–1.5 years full-time, and may provide an opportunity to upgrade to a PhD.