The Australian National University provides our Master of Philosophy students with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support. When selecting a research program, an institution's reputation is everything. ANU is one of the world's leading universities, and the smart choice for your research program.

As an MPhil student you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field. Your research will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.

Employment Opportunities

Our graduates enjoy successful careers in a broad range of fields including defence policy, foreign affairs, intelligence and journalism. Many continue their studies to become academics and experts in their fields.

They work for world-leading universities and think tanks; the Australian and foreign governments; international, non-government and not-for-profit organisations here and overseas.