Program Requirements
The Master of Philosophy requires the submission and successful examination of a thesis of up to 60,000 words.
Study consists of one to two years of full-time study or part-time equivalent.
There is no prescribed coursework required for the completion of this degree.
Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the Master of Philosophy program you will be required to have completed a relevant degree with H1 (first class) or H2A (upper second class) Honours. You may be granted admission if you can demonstrate equivalent qualifications.
All applicants must meet the University’s English Language Admission Requirements for Students.
If you think you qualify, check out our guidance on how to apply.
If you think you qualify, check out our guidance on how to apply.
Indicative fees
All students are required to pay the Services and amenities fee (SA Fee)
Domestic students
Domestic research students are not required to pay tuition fees as they are enrolled under the Research Training Scheme which funds the fees. For further information see students.anu.edu.au/fees/domestic/research.php
International students
Indicative fees for international students are:
International student fees (ISF)
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $39,024.00
For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees
Scholarships
ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.
Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are. Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.
For further information see the Scholarships website.
Exceptional research degrees at ANU
The Australian National University provides our Master of Philosophy students with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support. When selecting a research program, an institution's reputation is everything. ANU is one of the world's leading universities, and the smart choice for your research program.
As an MPhil student you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field. Your research will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.
Career Options
Graduates from ANU have been rated as Australia's most employable graduates and among the most sought after by employers worldwide.
The latest Global Employability University Ranking, published by the Times Higher Education, rated ANU as Australia's top university for getting a job for the fourth year in a row.
Further Information
Please be advised, there are no scholarships on offer for the Master of Philosophy degree in the Research School of Biology.
For information on the available research projects in this program and application procedures click on the ‘Higher Degree by Research’ tab
