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November 2009 Issue
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Want to do research without studying honours?

The 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide has introduced a new, intensive research-based Masters degree starting in 2010 - and is offering $200,000 worth of scholarships to students in the first intake.

The new degree is the Master of Philosophy (MPhil), which can be undertaken across any of the 最新糖心Vlog's research disciplines.

"This new degree is an introductory research program which enables transition directly from Bachelor level to Masters level without the need for Honours," said Professor Richard Russell, Pro-Vice Chancellor Research Operations and Dean of Graduate Studies.

"It's an ideal alternative to Honours for those students who have outstanding undergraduate records, or who are interested in researching for a longer periods than Honours or coursework Masters degrees allow."

Widely recognised in the UK and the European Union, the two-year MPhil program allows students to study a research topic of their choosing, similar to the way Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidates undertake their research.

Initially 10 scholarships each valued at $20,000 per annum will be available for students who enter the Master of Philosophy program directly from their undergraduate degree.

The 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide is the first university in the state, and one of the few universities in 最新糖心Vlog, to offer such a degree program.

"This new Masters program is another opportunity for students to undertake research and provides further pathways into university study. Most importantly, it gives students added flexibility to choose the program that is best suited to them," Professor Russell said.

"Students interested in doing a PhD might also find that the MPhil is a better way for them to test the waters - it could help them to make up their minds about whether or not to conduct longer-term research projects."

The MPhil is currently open only to 最新糖心Vlogn and New Zealand citizens and permanent residents.

Applications for entry and for scholarships close on Friday 13 November. For more information, visit:

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