Doctor of Philosophy - Faculty of Science

Course structure

The fields of research available for higher degree research students to pursue within the Faculty are dependent on availability of supervisor and resources. Students enrol in one research subject for the period of their candidature. Potential students are advised to contact the Faculty Sub Dean for Graduate Studies for advice.

PhD

Under guidance from their supervisors, students are required to determine an area of study apposite to the Faculty's designated fields of research, prepare a research proposal and, where appropriate, obtain ethics approval(s), conduct a research investigation, write a thesis and submit the thesis for examination.

PhD by Publication

Under guidance from their supervisors, students are required to demonstrate extensive, high quality, peer-reviewed research, write an intergrating essay or chapter and submit for examination.

Enrolment pattern

No enrolment pattern is specified. Students are advised to contact the Sub-Dean (Research) or Supervisor for relevant information.

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Study Mode

On campus; Distance education

Where

Multi campus

When

Session 1; Session 2; Session 3

Level

Higher Degree by Research

Duration

PhD: 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
PhD by Publication: 0.5 year full-time, 1 year part-time

International?

YES

Indicative ATAR

N/A

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