Master of Philosophy - Education

The University of Melbourne

The Master of Philosophy - Education is an internationally recognised masters (by research) degree. It is designed for students to develop advanced skills in carrying out independent and sustained research. The thesis should demonstrate a critical application of specialist knowledge and make an independent contribution to existing scholarship in the area of research. The normal length of a Master of Philosophy - Education thesis is 30 000-40 000 words, exclusive of words in tables, maps bibliographies, and appendices. Footnotes are included as part of the word limit.On completion of the course you will be able to:Demonstrate advanced theoretical knowledge and understanding of current research developments and debates within a specialised area, able to identify a knowledge gap.Investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply established theories to different bodies of knowledge or practice.Design, evaluate, implement, analyse, theorise and disseminate research that makes a contribution to knowledge in the research field.Plan and execute a substantial research investigation.Present a coherent and sustained argument and communicate research findings to specialists and non-specialist audiences.Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the ethical implications of designing and conducting research investigations involving human subjects and a commitment to research integrity and ethics.

Faculty of Education

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