Doctor of Philosophy

Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy provides the opportunity to pursue in-depth research. Candidates are expected to develop a research thesis that leads to an original and significant contribution to the knowledge in a particular field.

Major Study Areas

Schools research activities are in the areas of:

Health Sciences

• Anatomy

• Applied Cardiovascular Physiology

• Biomechanics

• Cardiovascular Pathophysiology

• Environmental Health

• Exercise Physiology

• Exercise Rehabilitation

• Functional Anatomy

• Health and Society: Social Theory and Public Health

• Health Behaviour Change

• Health Information Systems

• Health Policy

• Health Program Development and Evaluation

• Health Promotion

• Health Services Management

• Human Thermoregulation and Performance

• Metabolic and Lipid Chemistry

• Molecular Neuroscience

• Motor Control and Dysfunction

• Nutrition and Dietetics

• Occupational Health and Safety

• Public Health Nutrition and Food Regulation

Nursing

• Continuity of care

• Consumer partnerships/collaboration

• Evidence-Based Practice

• Mental Health Nursing

• Nursing workforce and staff mentorship

Psychology

• Psychophysiology

• Short-term Memory

• Visual Perception

• Cognition Development

• Cognitive Neuroscience relating to Cognition (particularly memory, vision and development)

• Mental Health and Emotional Well-being

Smart Foods Key Centre

• Nutrient Sources

• Key Nutrients

• Bioavailability

• Consumer Insights

Centre for Health Initiatives

• Media & Health

• Social Marketing

• Individual Behaviour Change

• Leadership

• Health Professional Education

• Aged & Dementia Care

Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge

Candidates must have an Honours Bachelor degree of at least four years duration, and have achieved Honours Class II Division 2 or higher, or completed a Master by Research degree. In addition, a primary supervisor in the relevant academic unit must be identified prior to commencing the program. International students are required to have achieved an IELTS score of 6.5, with a level of 6.0 in reading, writing, speaking and listening. Requirements are higher in some programs.

Course Requirements

Study at the Doctoral level, usually for a minimum of 3 years full-time, is by advanced research thesis. Potential candidates should discuss their research plan with the Postgraduate Research Coordinator of the School/Department, at which time the supervision arrangements of the School/Department will be outlined.

Rules and procedures for Doctoral degrees by Thesis are listed in the Course Rules. Doctoral candidates are urged to be familiar with the Code of Practice - Supervision and General Course Rules governing Thesis and Research Degrees, including the regulations regarding preparation and submission of the thesis.

Course Program