硕士研究计划的候选人可以全职或兼职进行研究。全日制学生完成研究的硕士的最长时间（不包括批准的请假时间）通常为两年，对于非全日制学生为四年。完成的最短时间通常为一年。硕士论文由外部考官评估。每个候选人都必须至少有两名主管，他们将在整个研究阶段指导和指导候选人，直至提出论文供审查。在提交申请之前，鼓励学生与健康科学学院联系，以安排与适当资格的教职员工的讨论。
Master of Health Sciences at The University of Notre Dame Australia is a research degree culminates in an examination by thesis. Over the course of your studies, you will explore the importance of early intervention to avoid costly medical treatment and the rehabilitation of those with chronic conditions and musculoskeletal injuries. You will be required to have a minimum of two supervisors for this degree. Candidates in the Master's by Research program can undertake their research in either a full-time or a part-time capacity. The maximum time for completion of the Master's by Research (not including periods of approved leave of absence) will normally be two years for a full-time student and four years for a part-time student. The minimum time for completion will normally be one year. The Master's thesis is assessed by external examiners<br><br>Each candidate is required to have a minimum of two supervisors who will mentor and direct the candidate throughout the research phase and up to the point the thesis is put forward for examination. Before submitting an application, students are encouraged to contact the School of Health Sciences to arrange a discussion with a suitably qualified member of staff.