Master of Philosophy (Economics)
Master of Philosophy (Economics)
The Master of Philosophy course aims are to provide a program of independent, supervised research for high calibre graduates that make an advanced contribution to scholarship and mastery of a scientific field of knowledge. Learning outcomes: exhibit a mastery of a field of knowledge within arts, health science, economics or…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Master of Philosophy course aims are to provide a program of independent, supervised research for high calibre graduates that make an advanced contribution to scholarship and mastery of a scientific field of knowledge. Learning outcomes: exhibit a mastery of a field of knowledge within arts, health science, economics or business by: (a) having systematically acquired intellectual skill and experience that is grounded in contemporary developments in the field; (b) creating and communicating scholarship of a quality to satisfy peer review, extending the frontier of the field of knowledge and potentially meriting publication; (c) demonstrating knowledge of research principles and methods applicable in advanced academic inquiry;
conduct research independently and systematically by: (a) conceptualising, designing and implementing a project which will increase knowledge that is applicable or contributes new insights to the field; (b) evaluating ideas and making informed judgements on complex issues or challenges in the field of specialisation; (c) communicating ideas, methodologies and conclusions clearly and effectively to specialist and non-specialist audiences; and
be accountable for their own learning and professional training by: (a) demonstrating the capacity to undertake further learning and/or a further career in or around research at an advanced level, and contributing substantially to the development or dissemination of new techniques, ideas or approaches: (b) displaying the qualities and attributes necessary to exercise personal responsibility and autonomous initiative in complex and unpredictable situations, whether in professional environments or in the public domain. Career outcomes
You will graduate from your Master of Philosophy with UNE as an expert in your area of study. You will have highly developed research skills, as well as transferrable skills such as project management, public speaking, teamwork and leadership.
Your Master of Philosophy will open doors to top level careers in industry, the public service, government and non-profit organisations. You will have the option to progress to doctoral studies and follow an academic career path.
REQUIREMENTS
Entry is based on a bachelor qualification with second-class honours or equivalent in a relevant discipline, or a bachelor qualification with relevant research preparation. To be eligible to apply for this course you must meet one of the following entry requirements:You have completed a Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline, with a minimum result of second class honours or equivalent.You have completed an AQF Level 7 qualification (or overseas equivalent) in any field of study, and you have had adequate relevant preparation since graduation. English language requirements: An IELTS (Academic) overall score of at least 7.5 including a minimum result of 8.0 in both the speaking and listening modules and 7.0 in reading and writing; orAn International Second Language Proficiency Rating (ISLPR) score of at least 4+ in each of the four areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of New England was originally formed in 1938 as the New England University College, a College of the University of Sydney. It became fully independent in 1954. The university is located on several sites in Armidale, NSW. All the programs are offered via the four faculties: Arts; Economics, Business and Law; Education, Health and Professional Studies; and The Sciences; these faculties incorporate 18 teaching schools. Research is offered in the areas of rural science, agricultural economics, geology, educational administration, linguistics, archaeology, etc.
