Doctor of Philosophy

Course Details

Doctor of Philosophy, or PhD, candidates undertake a novel and significant program of research, under the direction of two or more supervisors. The candidates then communicate the results of this research in a thesis or another approved format. To facilitate their research and their career, candidates also need to complete additional training and other activities in line with the HDR Policy

Qualification: Doctor Degree (By Research)

Course structure: PhD Candidates complete a research project, usually over 3 to 4 years. During this time, they must also complete: additional training around research integrity, research methods, communication, personal development, and career development, a research proposal and oral presentation to confirm their candidature;, a second presentation midway through their candidature;, a third presentation towards the end of their candidature; and, a thesis, usually comprising 60,000 to 100,000 words. Instead of a thesis, some candidates may complete a creative output, such as a film, novel, or exhibition, as well as an exegesis or explanation of this work, usually comprising 30,000 to 50,000 words.