Doctor of Philosophy

Overview

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidates undertake in-depth research in order to make an original contribution to the body of knowledge in mathematical or statistical studies. This qualification can lead to, or enhance, an academic career and is highly regarded by private and public sector employers.

Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge

A four-year Honours Bachelor degree in any relevant area of Mathematics or Statistics (a minimum of Class II, Division 2), or a Master of Science – Research (Mathematics) or (Statistics) with a strong performance in the 48-credit point thesis, or equivalent.

Course Requirements

This program is 100% by thesis (carrying weighting of 48 credit points per year). Students may be required to attend lectures in relevant topics on occasion throughout the program.

Current Research Areas

The following areas of research are currently available to students in Statistics:

• E-education
• Epidemiology
• Experimental design
• Multivariate analysis
• Non- and semi- parametrics
• Sample survey design, analysis and methodology
• Spatial statistics
• Time series analysis

The following areas of research are currently available to students in Mathematics:

• Algebra
• Analysis
• Combustion theory and dynamical systems
• Financial mathematics
• Industrial applications of mathematics
• Logic and type theory
• Number theory
• Numerical modelling: exact solutions of partial differential equations
• Solid and fluid mechanics
• Symmetry analysis: numerical solutions of partial differential equations
• Topology

Other Information

It is possible to downgrade enrolment from a PhD to a Master of Science - Research, with the permission of the Head of School.