The Master of Creative Arts (Research) is generally intended for people with industry experience in the media and creative arts to undertake creative research involving the preparation and presentation of a major creative work and a thesis of about 10,000-15,000 words. The course provides an opportunity for those seeking to develop specific knowledge, research and creative skills relevant to the creative industries that are emerging locally and internationally. Course structure This research degree is undertaken through the production of a sustained creative work achievable within the timeframe for a master's project as well as a thesis of 10,000 - 15,000 words. The creative work may be in any genre and medium but it must involve research as well as creative practice – it must fit into a tradition of research in an area, demonstrate a clear understanding of the current state of knowledge in that area, have a clear research question, and generate data that addresses the research question. The dissertation provides a clear synthesis and statement of the new knowledge that the creative project has produced. The Master of Creative Arts (Research) is structured in three phases. Phase 1 involves the development of a number of advanced research skills and capabilities. At the beginning of the program, students negotiate a master's study plan with their supervisor. This plan makes explicit the kinds of support each student requires. A formal master's assessment is undertaken at the end of Phase 1 in which the candidates present a full proposal for assessment, which is a prerequisite for entering Phase 2. Careers Career options include positions in the creative industries.