Doctor of Philosophy (Arts and Education)

includes:

Doctor of Philosophy (Arts and Education)

Awards

The course includes the following awards:

Doctor of Philosophy PhD

Availability

Doctor of Philosophy (Arts and Education) (1921PL)

On Campus - Uni Wide
Online - Uni Wide

Doctor of Philosophy (Arts and Education - by Prior Publication) (1921PN)

On Campus - Uni Wide
Online - Uni Wide

Availability is subject to change, please verify prior to enrolment.

Period of Candidature

Duration for a Higher Degree course is defined in terms of Minimum/Maximum Period of Candidature.

Please consult the Higher Degree by Research Policy: Enrolment and Progress for specific information for Higher Degree duration.

Admission Criteria

CSU Admission Policy

Applications with the area of research interest clearly stated can be lodged at any time within the academic year. Initial contact with the Sub-Dean Graduate Studies is highly advisable.

Admission Criteria for Doctor of Philosophy (Arts & Education)

The entry qualifications required for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy program in the Faculty of Arts and Education are:

  • a relevant Bachelor degree at Honours Class 1 or Honours Class 2 Division 1; or
  • a relevant Master by Research; or
  • enrolled in a Charles Sturt University Master by Research program and the candidate has demonstrated exceptional ability in the conduct of a research project which is clearly capable of being extended to a doctoral level; or
  • a relevant coursework Masters degree with evidence of research equivalent to a Charles Sturt University16 point subject or greater, at a Distinction level or above; or
  • other qualifications acceptable to the Faculty and the University Research Committee.

Admission criteria for Doctor of Philosophy by Prior Publication (Arts & Education)

An applicant for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy by Prior Publication shall meet the requirements specified below. Admission to candidature will be subject to external assessment. A candidate is expected to be an experienced researcher with a significant refereed publication record of doctoral standard.

An applicant for admission to Doctor of Philosophy by Prior Publication candidature shall have:

  1. an appropriate Bachelor degree with class 1 or class 2(i) Honours from an Australian university or an equivalent overseas tertiary institution, taken over a minimum of four years (full-time equivalent); or
  2. qualified for the award of a Master degree by research at an acceptable level; or
  3. a relevant coursework Masters degree with evidence of research equivalent to a Charles Sturt University16 point subject or greater, at a Distinction level or above; or
  4. some other appropriate combination of undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications (such as relevant graduate diplomas) and research experience which demonstrates to the University Research Committee that the applicant is capable of undertaking research at a Doctoral level, may be accepted into the program.

The University Research Committee shall base its decision on a proposed candidature upon the following evidence:

  • the publications (which may include books and non-print materials) that will be included in the submission presented for examination - self-published works will not be considered as a basis for entry into the program; 
  • any information on the quality and citations of the publications to be included in the submission;
  • a statement making clear the applicant's contribution to all jointly-authored publications;
  • a statement from the co-authors of any jointly-authored publications confirming the extent of the applicant's contribution to these publications;
  • a statement of no more than five pages that:
    • indicates the way in which the work has developed;
    • demonstrates the contemporary relevance of each publication;
    • makes clear the way in which the publications make an original scholarly contribution to knowledge;
    • provides a thematic overview which serves to link the individual publications into an integrated whole;
    • confirms the papers have not previously been submitted as part of a degree;
  • a statement indicating whether or not additional research activity may be required in order to convert the publications to an integrated whole, and if so, an outline of the necessary work,
  • the names of two persons who are able to provide academic references relevant to the proposed PhD candidature
  • the qualifications and experience of the applicant;
  • the proposed area of research;
  • an indication of willingness to supervise the proposed research from a supervisor;
  • certification from the Faculty that:
    • the proposed program of study and research is at a level appropriate to the degree being sought;
    • the proposed program falls within an approved University field of research for higher degrees;
    • adequate supervision and physical resources are available;
    • the applicant has the appropriate background and ability to undertake the proposed course; and
    • the applicant has given the necessary commitment to work regularly on the approved program of study and research and maintain regular contact with a supervisor.

Credit

CSU Credit Policy

N/A.

Graduation Requirement

To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 192 points.

Course Structure

Candidates should contact the Sub-Dean Graduate Studies to discuss possible research topics. Candidates wishing to undertake research in an area strategically aligned with a designated University Research Centre should also contact the Director of that Centre.

In accordance with the University's Higher Degree Research Policy, candidates will be assigned an appropriate supervisor who will assist the candidate in developing a research proposal, the title of the thesis, and guide the candidate throughout their candidature and thesis preparation.

Priority research areas of the Faculty for a Doctor of Philosophy by research and thesis are, among others, education, teacher education, information studies, Australian literature, rural sociology, Indigenous Australian studies, Australian history, communication, creative industries and culture, ethics and social philosophy, social work, social welfare and human services, social administration and policy, theological and biblical studies, Islamic Studies, fine art and drama.

Candidates will be enrolled into one of the following subjects, depending on chosen area of research:

  • ASH701 Doctoral Research (Arts & Educaton) PT
  • ASH702 Doctoral Research (Arts & Educaton) FT
  • ISL701 Doctoral Research (Islamic Studies) PT
  • ISL702 Doctoral Research (Islamic Studies) FT
  • THL701 Doctoral Research (Theology) PT
  • THL702 Doctoral Research (Theology) FT

Enrolment Pattern

No enrolment pattern is specified. Candidates are advised to contact the Sub-Dean Graduate Studies for relevant information.

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2021. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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