Master of Philosophy (Business)
University of Sydney · Sydney, Australia
About this programme
The University of Sydney Business School has an outstanding reputation for the quality of its research. The Master of Philosophy takes at least one year to complete of full-time study, during which candidates undertake approved research and write a thesis of up to 50,000 words. This course is for high-achieving graduates with an honours or postgraduate degree seeking to conduct advanced research in business. The course offers deep subject expertise and valuable analytical and communication skills, ideal for those pursuing careers in academia, industry, or research.
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Law
- Duration
- 2 years
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa (subclass 500)
- Application fee
- AUD 2,500
- Proof of funds
- AUD 29,710/yr (12-month living cost)
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (15)
- Australia Awards ScholarshipsFully funded · Annual: varies by country (typically February-April)
- Australian Research Training Program (RTP)Fully funded · Deadline October each year (varies by university)
- China Scholarship Council Postgraduate Research Visiting ScholarshipFully funded
- Sydney Scholars India Equity ScholarshipFully funded
- Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships SchemePartial funding
- CA Coghlan and AN Littlejohn Scholarship for the Juris DoctorPartial funding · Applications close 01 November 2026
- John O'Brien Memorial Coursework ScholarshipsPartial funding · Applications close 29 November 2026
- Ross Waite Parsons Postgraduate Coursework Law ScholarshipPartial funding · Applications close 29 November 2026