理学硕士（研究）为学生提供了在他们选择的相关学科中进行监督研究的机会。他们选择的学科可能包括，例如，天体物理学，生物学，化学，数学或物理学。候选人将发展一系列技能，包括独立思考，项目管理，数据分析和批判性思维，以及完善的沟通技巧。候选人还学习如何建立假设并设计实验以检验它们，以及分析，撰写和发布科学数据。该计划促进独立研究技能的发展，为希望通过博士学位计划进行进一步研究和/或从事研究职业的人提供理想的准备。
The Master of Science (Research) offers students the opportunity to undertake supervised research in the related discipline of their choice. Their chosen discipline may include, for example, astrophysics, biology, chemistry, mathematics or physics. Candidates develop a range of skills, including independent thinking, project management, data analysis and critical thinking, as well as refined communication skills. Candidates also learn how to develop hypotheses and design experiments to test them, and to analyse, write about and publish scientific data. The program fosters the development of independent research skills, making it ideal preparation for those looking to undertake further research through a PhD program and/or pursue a career in research.