Doctor of Philosophy - Arts

What is this course about?

The Doctor of Philosophy through the Faculty of Arts offers graduates who have an excellent academic record and proven research skills the opportunity to conduct research at a level that is going to contribute to the knowledge base of their discipline.

In the Faculty of Arts the areas in which research can be conducted include Australian history, Australian literature, communication and culture, drama, fine arts, justice studies and police studies, professional and applied ethics, psychology, sociology, rural social studies, social work, social welfare and social policy and theology.

The program consists entirely of completing an individual research program under supervision. Students are required to develop a research proposal, carry out the research and write a thesis. Students are also required to make presentations of their work at on campus colloquia. Offshore students are required to visit the appropriate campus at least twice during their candidature in order to meet with their supervisor(s) and to present their research.

Campus

Multi campus

Duration

3 years full-time, 6 years part-time

CRICOS code

011999A, 063884D (Canberra only)

Graduation requirements

To graduate students must satisfactorily complete a thesis. *The number of subjects and specific subject choices are described in the course structure and enrolment pattern for the course.

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Admission requirements

To study this course, you will need to indicate your likelihood of success through previous studies and other attainments and experience.

Cost of study

When weighing up the costs of study, consider the benefits of having the qualification you need to achieve your personal and professional goals.

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Study Mode

On campus; Distance education

Where

Multi campus

When

Session 1; Session 2; Session 3

Level

Research higher degree

Duration

3 years full-time, 6 years part-time

International?

YES

Indicative ATAR

N/A

How to apply

Admission code/s

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