Standard Entry Requirements

The Master of Research (MRes) is Macquarie University's two year (equivalent full-time) research training pathway program to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Master of Philosophy (MPhil).

The Master of Research program equips students with intensive research preparation before beginning doctoral study. The minimum requirement for admission to an MRes degree is:

Bachelor or higher award from a recognised institution
Minimum overall GPA of 4.38 on a 7 point scale and GPA of 5.25 at 300 level
A research proposal (a short paragraph is sufficient).
A high level of English language proficiency.

Some disciplines may have additional entry requirements such as a portfolio of work or a higher level of performance in previous study. Please refer to the 'Master of Research Additional Entry Requirements' section below.

Year 1: Bachelor of Philosophy

The first year of the Master of Research program is referred to as the Bachelor of Philosophy (BPhil). Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Philosophy, students will automatically progress into Year 2.

When applying for admission into the program, please select the relevant BPhil course on your application.

Year 2: Master of Research

The second year of the program is referred to as the Master of Research (MRes).

Recognition of Prior Learning

You may be eligible for admission directly into the second year of the program if:

You hold an honours degree or,
A masters degree

You may apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL) up to 80 credit points. If you are seeking direct entry into Year 2 of the program with RPL, please select the MRes course on your application. You will be required to provide a more detailed research proposal (approximately 1 page describing your proposed project).