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Master of Philosophy – Faculty of Business and Law (Accounting)

Masters.
University of Wollongong

250

in world overall ranking*

25

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a postgraduate research degree that builds advanced research capability while you undertake a substantial, supervised project in your chosen discipline. You complete research training coursework early in the degree and then plan and execute an independent research project culminating in a thesis. This specialisation supports research in accounting within the Faculty of Business and Law. The programme deepens research capability in financial analysis, governance, and quantitative methods for academic and professional practice.

Career outcome

Graduates develop rigorous research, analysis and academic writing skills suited to research-focused roles and further study. The MPhil can support pathways into doctoral study and roles involving evidence-based investigation, policy and evaluation in universities, government and industry. With an accounting focus, outcomes align with research and analytical work in accounting and related business disciplines. Preparing graduates for research in accounting and finance, advisory roles, and doctoral study.


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

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2 years

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Autumn 2026, Spring 2026

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1351

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMACC SCHOLARSHIP

30% of tuition fees

tick iconUNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG SOUTH WEST SYDNEY SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

tick iconUNIVERSITY EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP

30% of tuition fees

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