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Thesis programs
Learn about the research areas that might interest you.
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Doctoral (PhD) Thesis-based
This is a full-time degree with an expected completion time of 4 years, typically requiring a Master's degree in the same or a closely related discipline.
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Master's (MSc) Thesis-based
This is a full-time degree with an expected completion time of two years, typically requiring a Bachelor's degree in the same or a closely related discipline.
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Master's (MSc) Thesis-based - Interdisciplinary
Students may be registered for an inter-disciplinary MSc or PhD in two departments of the University. This requires the agreement of both departments and joint supervision from the two departments.