Doctor of Philosophy (DPHD)

Back to top Program aims The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree is awarded for research which demonstrates that the student has the capacity to conduct research and make a significant contribution to new knowledge.

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants must satisfy the following requirements:

• Completion of a relevant Australian university bachelor honours degree with First Class Honours or Second Class Honours (Division A) or equivalent, or
• completion of an Australian university Masters degree (with a significant research component) or equivalent, or
• other qualifications equivalent to First Class or 2A Honours.

English Language Proficiency requirements for Category 3.

The PhD is based on supervision by a Principal and one or more Associate Supervisors, therefore it is essential that applicants clarify their topic for research and seek an academic staff member able to provide supervision. Application forms, procedures for enrolment, and the application process can be found on the Research website. Applicants are advised to allow several months for discussion with potential supervisors and for consideration of the application prior to the commencement of the program.

All students are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements.

If students do not meet the English language requirements they may apply to study a University-approved English language program. On successful completion of the English language program, students may be admitted to an award program.

Program objectives

Graduates of this program should be able to:

1. Investigate a substantial, complex and relevant area of research with specialised research skills that enable them to advance their discipline.
2. Critically evaluate relevant research literature, theoretical propositions, methodologies and findings to design and conduct original research.
3. Cogently present, verbally and in writing research findings which include propositions, creative works, insights and conclusions to their peers and professional community.
4. Independently and systematically apply specialised technical and research skills to plan and execute a research project, undertake research ethically according to the discipline standards and generate new knowledge and original insights that make a contribution to their discipline.
5. Apply principles of integrity, research ethics, judgement, adaptability and responsibility in ways appropriate to an expert in their discipline.