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Master of Research (Science and Engineering)

RES90SCI

Owner:
Macquarie University
Award:
Master of Research (Science and Engineering) (MRes)
Study Mode:
Full-time, Part-time
Attendance Mode:
Internal
Candidature Length:
Full-time: 2 years
Commencement:
North Ryde — Session 1 (February)
North Ryde — Session 2 (July)
General requirements:
Minimum number of credit points for this degree 64
Minimum number of credit points at 700 level 28
Minimum number of credit points at 800 level 32
Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below
Note:
This program is available as a research training pathway for international students.

In order to graduate students must ensure that they have satisfied all of the general requirements of the award.

Specific minimum requirements:

Credit points

700 level

Required
4
Research Communications (4)
 
Required
4cp from
 
Research Frontiers in Biology (4)
 
 
Research Frontiers in Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences (4)
 
 
Research Frontiers in Computing 1 (4)
 
 
Research Frontiers in Environmental Sciences (4)
 
 
Research Frontiers: Advances in Earth and Planetary Sciences (4)
 
 
Research Frontiers in Mathematics (4)
 
 
Research Frontiers in Physics and Astronomy 1 (4)
 
4
Research Frontiers in Statistics (4)
 
Required
24cp from
24
Units at 700 level

800 level

Required
32cp from
 
Master of Research - Biology (32)
 
 
Master of Research - Chemistry and Biomolecular Science (32)
 
 
Master of Research - Chiropractic (32)
 
 
Master of Research - Computing (32)
 
 
Master of Research - Engineering (32)
 
 
Master of Research - Environmental Sciences (32)
 
 
Master of Research - Earth and Planetary Science (32)
 
 
Master of Research - Mathematics (32)
 
 
Master of Research - Physics and Astronomy (32)
 
32
Master of Research - Statistics (32)
 

TOTAL CREDIT POINTS REQUIRED FOR THIS PROGRAM

64
CRICOS Code 087963G
Graduate Capabilities

The Graduate Capabilities Framework articulates the fundamentals that underpin all of Macquarie’s academic programs. It expresses these as follows:

Cognitive capabilities
(K) discipline specific knowledge and skills
(T) critical, analytical and integrative thinking
(P) problem solving and research capability
(I) creative and innovative


Interpersonal or social capabilities
(C) effective communication
(E) engaged and ethical local and global citizens
(A) socially and environmentally active and responsible

Personal capabilities
(J) capable of professional and personal judgement and initiative
(L) commitment to continuous learning

Recognition of Prior Learning

Macquarie University may recognise prior formal, informal and non-formal learning for the purpose of granting credit towards, or admission into, a program. The recognition of these forms of learning is enabled by the University’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy (see www.mq.edu.au/policy) and its associated Procedures and Guidelines. The RPL pages contain information on how to apply, links to registers, and the approval processes for recognising prior learning for entry or credit. 


Domestic Students
For undergraduate RPL information visit www.goto.mq.edu.au/nonschoolrpl
For domestic postgraduate RPL information visit www.goto.mq.edu.au/pgrpl


International Students
For RPL information visit www.mq.edu.au/international/rpl

Support for Learning

Macquarie University aspires to be an inclusive and supportive community of learners where all students are given the opportunity to meet their academic and personal goals. The University offers a comprehensive range of free and accessible student support services which include academic advice, counselling and psychological services, advocacy services and welfare advice, careers and employment, disability services and academic skills workshops amongst others. There is also a bulk billing medical service located on campus.

Further information can be found at www.students.mq.edu.au/support/

Campus Wellbeing contact details:
Phone: +61 2 9850 7497
Email: campuswellbeing@mq.edu.au
www.students.mq.edu.au/support/wellbeing

Program Standards and Quality

The program is subject to an ongoing comprehensive process of quality review in accordance with a pre-determined schedule that complies with the Higher Education Standards Framework. The review is overseen by Macquarie University's peak academic governance body, the Academic Senate and takes into account feedback received from students, staff and external stakeholders.

Assessment Regulations

This program is subject to Macquarie University regulations, including but not limited to those specified in the Assessment Policy, Academic Honesty Policy, the Final Examination Policy and relevant University Rules. For all approved University policies, procedures, guidelines and schedules visit www.mq.edu.au/policy.

Accreditation This is an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) accredited qualification.

Inherent requirements are the essential components of a course or program necessary for a student to successfully achieve the core learning outcomes of a course or program. Students must meet the inherent requirements to complete their Macquarie University course or program.

Inherent requirements for Macquarie University programs fall under the following categories:

Physical: The physical inherent requirement is to have the physical capabilities to safely and effectively perform the activities necessary to undertake the learning activities and achieve the learning outcomes of an award.

Cognition: The inherent requirement for cognition is possessing the intellectual, conceptual, integrative and quantitative capabilities to undertake the learning activities and achieve the learning outcomes of an award.

Communication: The inherent requirement for communication is the capacity to communicate information, thoughts and ideas through a variety of mediums and with a range of audiences.

Behavioural: The behavioural inherent requirement is the capacity to sustain appropriate behaviour over the duration of units of study to engage in activities necessary to undertake the learning activities and achieve the learning outcomes of an award.

For more information see https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/inherent-requirements



2018 Unit Information

When offered:
S1 Day
Prerequisites:
Permission of Executive Dean of Faculty
Corequisites:
None
NCCWs:
HSC Chinese, CHN113, CHN148