Doctor of Philosophy
Testamur Title of Degree:
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Doctor of Philosophy
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Abbreviation:
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PhD
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Home Faculty:
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Science
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Duration:
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3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
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Total Credit Points:
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48 per year
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Starting Session(s):
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Autumn or Spring
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Location:
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Wollongong
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UOW Course Code:
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201
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CRICOS Code:
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001243F (Lab), 020192K (non-Lab)
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Overview
Candidates complete a major thesis and undertake a research project arranged in consultation with an appropriate member of staff, and approved by the Head of School, before enrolment. Doctoral theses must make a major original contribution to scientific knowledge in the chosen area of research.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
An Honours degree of at least four years duration in a relevant discipline at Class II, Division 2, or higher (or equivalent).
Course Requirements
Candidates complete a Doctoral dissertation of approximately 60,000 - 80,000 words in length.
Students enrol in the appropriate major thesis subject.
Disciplinary Areas Available
− Biological Sciences
− Chemistry
− Environmental Science
− Geography
− Geology
− Physics*
*Refer to Faculty of Engineering
Other Information
For further information contact the Faculty of Science Office, Room 41.258, or telephone (02) 4221 3530.
Web site: www.uow.edu.au/science/
Specific enquiries should be directed to the appropriate Academic Unit: School of Biological Sciences (02) 4221 3013, School of Chemistry (02) 4221 3509 or School of Earth and Environmental Sciences (02) 4221 3721.
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