Candidates with demonstrated research potential, exhibited usually by a Bachelor Honours, Masters by Research degree or other Masters degree that includes a research project, can apply to take a Doctor of Philosophy. Full-time study of three years, or the part-time equivalent, is normally required. Candidates will be expected to work under supervision on research projects related to their thesis area and may be required to complete coursework classes in order to acquire theory and develop methodological skills necessary for their doctoral research. Candidates for this degree enrol in the subject THES924 (full-time) or THES912 (part-time).
The following areas of research are some of the topics available to candidates undertaking the Doctor of Philosophy degree:
