Research Degrees
Higher Degree Research Programs
The Division of Law at Macquarie University offers two research programs of study. Both programs are offered to local (Australian and New Zealand citizens) under the Research Training Scheme (RTS). International students are subject to the current International Fee Rate ($18,5000 p.a. for 2006)
Doctor of Philosophy |
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Admission requirements: |
The Honours degree of Master,
or the degree of Master with a substantial research component, or
the degree of Bachelor with an equivalence of first or second-class
honours division 1. |
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Length of candidature: |
2-4 years full-time, 4-8 years part-time* |
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Master of Philosophy |
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Admission requirements: |
A Bachelor degree with
a minimum of second-class honours equivalence and a demonstrated capacity
to undertake research. |
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Length of candidature: |
1-2 years full-time; 2-4 years part-time*
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*International Students must study on a full-time basis as stated in government regulations.
Both programs involve the submission of a written thesis. From 2006 research students must complete the Legal Research Units LAW901, LAW902 and LAW903. These units must be completed in the first two years. The units cover: Legal Research Methodology, Research and Writing in Law and Legal Research Seminars.
The Division of Law is developing new and supportive structures for our research students. We hold several annual events including a Seminar Day where students have the opportunity to present a paper to the academic staff and their peers for critical evaluation and feedback.
We hold weekly seminars every Thursday at lunchtime and invite all staff and research students to attend. Once a month this is followed by an informal coffee afternoon with research students. We have Annual Symposiums for students to meet as a group informally with the Dean to discuss issues or concerns related to their postgraduate studies. This is followed by a social function where students can meet with academic staff and fellow research students.
The Division of Law provides a computer research room with internet and email facilities for full time research students. In addition assistance with funding for presentation and attendance at conferences and research expenses is available through the Division for all our research students.