The Master of Research degree comprises research and research training, requiring students to complete 96 credit points (cp) of subjects. The first year comprises 48cp of research training and coursework while the second year comprises a 48cp thesis, which may be assessed by two external examiners. Academic Units may award advanced standing for the research training and coursework component and will determine the appropriate entry point.

 

The following specialisations are available in the Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences:

• Mathematics
• Applied statistics
• Physics
• Medical radiation physics
• Computer science
• Information technology
• Electrical engineering
• Computer engineering
• Telecommunications engineering
• Civil engineering
• Environmental engineering
• Materials engineering
• Mechatronic engineering
• Mechanical engineering
• Mining engineering