Overview
The Master of Research degree comprises research, research training and coursework. The first year comprises 48cp of research training and coursework while the second year comprises a 48cp thesis, which is assessed by two external examiners. The following disciplines are available in the Faculty of Business and Law:AccountingFinanceManagement and OperationsMarketing
Delivery
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Course structure
To qualify for award of the degree, the Master of Research, a student must successfully complete at least 96 credit points, as specified below.
96 Credit points
Year 148 Credit points
Year 248 Credit points
Learning outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of the course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
1.
Investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems and concepts and apply established theories to identified discipline areas.
2.
Understand, in the context of an advanced body of knowledge, recent developments in an identified discipline area.
3.
With creativity and initiative, plan a substantial piece of research using advanced knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the identified discipline area.
4.
Communicate effectively, to a range of audiences, coherent and sustained arguments to evaluate and justify the selected research question, research design and interpretation of research results.
5.
Implement a substantial piece of research that shows mastery of, and the capacity for critical reflection on, the application of theoretical knowledge with a high level of personal autonomy, accountability and regards for conventions for research integrity, privacy and integrity issues.
6.
Disseminate research outcomes to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
Pathways and nested qualifications
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