Further information
- How to apply
- If you have already begun a higher degree by research at another institution you can apply to UWA
- English language requirements for postgraduate programs by research
On the recommendation of the appropriate Head of School, students within the following categories will normally be permitted to enrol in the Master's research program:
- holders of a degree of bachelor with at least upper second class honours from an approved university
- graduates of UWA (or equivalent) who can satisfy the Board of the Graduate Research School that they have undertaken adequate research preparation since graduation
- recipients of a University scholarship for Master's by research (by thesis) study awarded by the Scholarships Committee of the Board of the Graduate Research School
- holders of a degree of bachelor in any Faculty of UWA (or equivalent) and since graduation have passed a Higher Degree Preliminary examination in their proposed research discipline
- students who have undertaken work at a high enough standard towards a masters or PhD degree in this or another approved institution but has not submitted it for any degree.
(Providing they reach the required English language competency for postgraduate programs by research.)
There are special conditions applying to the degrees of:
Students interested in a research program should contact the Graduate Research Coordinators to discuss possible research topics.
Higher Degree by Research Preliminary Program
If you do not meet the normal entrance requirements, you may be permitted to enrol in a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) Preliminary program on the recommendation of the Head of School.
The course of study and research for the program is determined by the Head of School and usually involves a combination of coursework units and research projects over a period of up to one year full-time.
Although the HDR Preliminary program is considered a preparatory year for research students, entry to a Master's by Research or PhD is not automatic. At the completion of the program, the Head of School must provide the Graduate Research and Scholarships Office with an assessment of the work completed and a recommendation on suitability for enrolment into a Master 's by Research or a PhD program.
The HDR Preliminary program is not considered a qualification in itself and no certificate of completion will be awarded.
- HDR Preliminary programs are administered by the relevant Faculty and applications are made directly to the Faculty.
- Fees apply in the same manner as those for undergraduate studies, depending on whether you are an Australian citizen, permanent residents and/or New Zealand citizen or an International student.
CELT Bridging Course
If you are an international student completing the CELT Bridging Course at UWA as demonstration of research preparation for entry into a postgraduate research course, a minimum grade of B+ (75%) for the Research and Study Skills Portfolio is required.
Grades received in the CELT Bridging Course may also be used to satisfy English language requirements, as long as they meet the correct standard.
