Level 2, 16 Wally’s Walk
Macquarie University NSW 2109
Build research expertise through a MRes
Develop advanced research skills, investigate a topic you’re passionate about and prepare for a career in research or further doctoral study.
Is this pathway for you?
The Master of Research is designed for people who want to:
- develop advanced research skills and experience
- investigate a specific research topic in depth
- formalise research experience gained through previous study or professional practice
- prepare for a PhD or other doctoral research
- develop research capabilities for a career in academia, industry, government or other research-focused environments
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See what MRes study is really like and hear from students about their research journeys.
What will you research?
In the Master of Research, you’ll develop expertise in a specific area of research interest while building the skills to undertake independent research.
- Duration: One year full time equivalent
- Research project: Investigate a research question in depth under expert supervision
- 20,000-word thesis: Communicate your findings through an extended research thesis
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Fees and scholarships
MRes students may be eligible for scholarships that provide financial support during their one year of research, including a stipend valued at $40,900 per annum in 2027, indexed annually.
Scholarships may include one or more of the following:
- tuition fee offset
- living allowance (stipend)
- top-up living allowance (additional funding on top of a base stipend)
- fixed sum or one-off payment
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and/or visa application costs for international students.
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MRes progressing to PhD scholarship
High-performing MRes students may also be eligible for a three-year scholarship to support progression to a PhD. Scholarships are awarded through a competitive ranking process.
The scholarship includes:
- a tuition fee offset
- a stipend valued at $40,900 per annum in 2027, indexed annually.
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Continue your research journey
Take your research further through a PhD or explore opportunities to apply your research skills and experience across academia, industry, government and beyond.