Approval for admission to an MPhil requires an applicant to demonstrate that they have sufficient background and experience in independent supervised research to successfully complete the course. It also requires the University to ensure that appropriate supervision and resourcing are available.

Applicants are required to demonstrate that they have met the requirements of the University Policy on: Adequate Research Preparation and any other requirements for admission of the University, and—
(a) have a bachelor's degree of this University or equivalent qualification;
or
(b) (i) have previously undertaken work of a sufficiently high standard towards a higher degree by research in this or another approved institution but not have submitted it for any degree;
and
(ii) have completed an appropriate MPhil research proposal.

A student who wishes to undertake an MPhil in the field of creative writing must, in addition, submit a substantial folio of published creative work, normally in the form of one or more books.

Prior to enrolment,  all applicants are required to demonstrate that they have met the University’s English language requirements.

Scholarships support UWA's position as one of Australia's leading research-intensive universities and the premier research institution in WA.

The range of scholarships available at UWA include those funded by the Australian Government, the University, philanthropy, external organisations and industry. Scholarship packages may be awarded that include benefits such as: tuition fee scholarship, stipend (living allowance) scholarship, travel and research support costs, a relocation allowance within Australia, and overseas student health cover for international students.

At UWA we award research scholarships through a competitive merit-based selection process which includes publicly available annual scholarship rounds and some additional selection processes. Eligible applicants are ranked according to academic achievement and research potential, based on evidence provided.

 Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens are offered a Tuition Fee Offset Scholarship which offsets the requirement to pay a contribution toward the cost of their research courses if UWA provides them with a Research Training Program (RTP) place.

This Tuition Fee Offset Scholarship is applied for up a maximum of four years full-time equivalent study for the Doctor of Philosophy. The RTP is a performance-based funding scheme administered by the Australian Government Department of Education.

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Scholarships support UWA's position as one of Australia's leading research-intensive universities and the premier research institution in WA.

The range of scholarships available at UWA include those funded by the Australian Government, the University, philanthropy, external organisations and industry. Scholarship packages may be awarded that include benefits such as: tuition fee scholarship, stipend (living allowance) scholarship, travel and research support costs, a relocation allowance within Australia, and overseas student health cover for international students.

At UWA we award research scholarships through a competitive merit-based selection process which includes publicly available annual scholarship rounds and some additional selection processes. Eligible applicants are ranked according to academic achievement and research potential, based on evidence provided.

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.