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.
| Study through | Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Wagga Wagga, Canberra |
| Study mode and normal course duration | 3 years full-time on campus 6 years distance education |
| Course code | On campus: KAZZ Distance education: EAZZ |
| Fees |
Fee paying
Students may be eligible for FEE-HELP |
| Session available | February/July
(Semester basis) |
| Apply through | CSU Admissions Office |
| Study through | Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Manly, Wagga Wagga, Canberra, Parramatta |
| Study mode and normal course duration | 3 years full-time - onshore (within Australia) 3 - 8 years distance education - offshore |
| Course code | CRICOS code: 011999A 063884D (Canberra only) Program code: 1901AA |
| Fees | Onshore - see fee list Offshore - see fee list |
| Session available | February/July (Semester basis) |
| Apply through | CSU International Admissions |
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.
An applicant to the Doctor of Philosophy degree must hold:
Intending applicants who do not meet the specified admission requirements are encouraged to discuss their qualifications and experience with the Sub-Dean, Graduate Studies before applying.
Applications with a statement describing the applicant's area of interest (approximately 300 words in length) can be lodged at any time within the academic year. Admission to candidature is subject to approval by the Board of Graduate Studies.
Initial contact with the Sub-Dean (Graduate Studies) is highly advisable.
Inquiries:
Associate Professor Graham Tyson
Sub-Dean (Graduate Studies)
Telephone: +61 2 6338 4297
Facsimile: +61 2 6338 4401
Email: gtyson@csu.edu.au
The following information gives you an overview of studying by distance education.
Course materials
When studying by distance education you may receive:
Distance education students usually study two 8 point subjects per semester. More or fewer subjects may be studied in consultation with the Course Coordinator.
Teleconferencing
Telephone tutorials are used to supplement face-to-face contact between students and academic staff. Conference calls enable several students, either at home or at a common location, to participate in a group tutorial with academic staff.
Direct telephone contact and email
Students are encouraged to maintain direct contact with staff by telephone or email. Office telephone numbers and email addresses will be supplied and telephone answering services are available in the offices of Course Coordinators. Students will also be advised of numbers for the School's central telephone answering and facsimile machines.
Online forums
Students may participate in various forums online, enabling direct and instant contact with staff and other students.
For all inquiries about Charles Sturt University courses, please contact info.csu on:
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