Master of Commerce MCom
The MCom degree consists of two parts: a first year of coursework (between six and nine courses), and a thesis which is completed full-time in 1–2 subsequent years.
Students who have qualified for a BCom(Hons) or equivalent may be admitted to the MCom by thesis only in that subject.
Entry requirements
Candidates must have completed a Bachelor’s degree with good grades and satisfied the prerequisites for the subject concerned.
Prerequisites vary between departments, but normally good grades in 300-level courses in the subject concerned are required.
For information on the prerequisites for each subject see the Regulations website (below).
Courses
For information on the courses for each subject see the Regulations website (below).
Duration
Part 1: one year full-time; 18–48 months part-time.
Part 2 (thesis only): 7–24 months full-time; 14–48 months part-time.
Enrolment is normally full-time unless the Dean of Commerce approves part-time study.
Graduate profile
As an MCom graduate you will be able to:
- demonstrate higher level in-depth knowledge and understanding of contemporary thought and developments within your specific research area.
- evaluate the implications of your own research findings for the wider body of relevant academic literature.
- plan and undertake independent academic research that shows a sound understanding of ethical practice.
- synthesise academic literature and communicate research findings, both orally and in written form, consistent with academics working in your chosen discipline.
Subjects
Subject areas for the MCom are listed below. Contact the relevant department or programme directly on the link below for postgraduate information about these subject areas.
More information
For full requirements see the Regulations for the Master of Commerce (University Regulations website).
For course advice contact the School of Business and Economics.