Philosophy

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2.1 To be accepted for enrolment in a Doctor of Philosophy candidature, an applicant must:

i. have at least one of the following Australian qualifications (which must include studies relevant to the proposed field of research), or the equivalent qualification as approved by the relevant authorised delegate:

• a Bachelors degree with Honours class 1 or 2A
• a Doctor of Medicine with minimum Credit average
• a Graduate Diploma or Masters degree by coursework with a research component of at least 18 units, with an average grade of Distinction or better in the research component
• a Masters by Research degree, and

ii. meet the English language requirements specified by the University, and

iii. satisfy the University that they are reasonably likely to be able to complete the requirements of the award within the maximum duration.

2.2 In addition, to be accepted for enrolment in a Doctor of Philosophy candidature on the basis of Prior Published Work, an applicant must have:

i. completed their qualification under 2.1.i at least three years before their application for candidature for this degree, and

ii. spent at least three years following conferral of the qualifying award substantially engaged in the practice and study of the discipline or related discipline, and

iii. satisfied the University that there is a prima facie case that their prior published work meets the requirement for admission to the award.

2.3 Exceptions to 2.1 and 2.2 can be approved in accordance with the Higher Degrees by Research Policy.