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Master of Philosophy (Science)

Masters.
The University of Sydney

53

in world overall ranking*

4

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Philosophy (Science) is a research degree in the Faculty of Science that lets you undertake supervised research in a chosen scientific discipline. Over 1–2 years full time, you develop advanced research capability and complete an original thesis of up to 50,000 words. The program suits applicants with prior research experience and can provide strong preparation for future PhD study in the sciences. The programme advances scientific inquiry through supervised laboratory or field research, data analysis, and thesis-based discovery.

Career outcome

Graduates gain substantial research experience applicable to roles in universities, government agencies, and science-based industry. The degree can support careers as a research assistant or associate, laboratory or field research specialist, data/quantitative analyst, or technical consultant, depending on the discipline. It also provides a pathway to further higher degree research, including progression to a PhD, within the sciences. Preparing graduates for scientific research, R&D leadership, and doctoral study in the sciences.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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

Costs

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A$54,100 per year

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Information

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2 years

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January, March, July, October

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The University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington campus) null Camden Campus (Veterinary Science)

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RMPHLSCI2000

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

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Up to A$40,000

tick iconAUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP (INTERNATIONAL)

Tuition fees waived

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