Doctor of Philosophy

Testamur Title of Degree:	Doctor of Philosophy
Abbreviation:	PhD
Home Faculty:	Education
Duration:	3 years full-time or equivalent
Total Credit Points:	144
Starting Session(s):	Autumn, Spring
UOW Course Code:	201
CRICOS Code:	001246C

Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy provides the opportunity for students to pursue in-depth research in a range of areas associated with those undertaken by the Research Units within the Faculty of Education. PhD candidates are encouraged to become involved in research group activities and the wider research culture of the faculty.

Entry Requirements

Entry to this degree is available to candidates who meet the University entry requirements for Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidature. In the first instance this requires the completion of a Bachelors degree with Honours Class II or higher in an appropriate area, or an equivalent qualification with an appropriate research component.

Interested candidates should contact the Associate Dean (Research) to discuss their area of research and supervision.

Course Requirements

Candidates for this degree enrol in a Doctoral Thesis (THES912/924). They may also be asked to audit or enrol in research preparation subjects (e.g. EDGZ930, 931, 932). See subject descriptions for further information. All new students enrolling in a research degree are expected to prepare a research proposal within the first year of their candidature and to become involved in activities such as student colloquia.