The '''Master of Philosophy''' ('''M.Phil.''') is an advanced post-graduate research degree that generally requires the completion of a [[thesis]]. In the [[United States]], the degree is typically conferred upon graduate students who are matriculated in [[Ph.D.]] programs and who have successfully completed the required course work and qualifying examinations, but have yet to defend a doctoral [[dissertation]]. A body of original research undertaken by the candidate is usually required. | The '''Master of Philosophy''' ('''M.Phil.''') is an advanced post-graduate research degree that generally requires the completion of a [[thesis]]. In the [[United States]], the degree is typically conferred upon graduate students who are matriculated in [[Ph.D.]] programs and who have successfully completed the required course work and qualifying examinations, but have yet to defend a doctoral [[dissertation]]. A body of original research undertaken by the candidate is usually required. |