Types of Research Degrees Available

Masters by Research

A Masters by research degree

• provides specialised research training for those preparing for careers in academia, government and industry; and to provide professionals with the means to increase their knowledge and upgrade their qualifications.
• is usually between one to two years in length for full time students, and one and a half to four years for part-time.

The entry requirement for Masters by research degree is usually a bachelor degree at a standard of Honours Class II Division 2 or higher, or approved equivalent qualification.

For further information about specific degrees search under Faculties.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

• A PhD requires that candidates undertake in-depth research in order to make an original contribution to the body of knowledge in their chosen studies.
• A PhD can lead to or enhance an academic career and is highly regarded by private and public sector employers.
• The entry requirement for a Doctor of Philosophy is usually a bachelor degree with Honours Class II, Division 2 or higher, or an approved equivalent qualification.
• For full-time students the course length is usually between two to four years, and four to eight years for part-time students.
• For further information about specific degrees search under Faculties.

Professional Doctorates

The University offers a number of professional doctorates in Creative Arts, Education, The Graduate School of Business and Professional Development, and Health and Behavioural Sciences.

• Professional doctorates prepares professional leaders with research experience in their chosen area of study.
• A candidate for a professional doctorate usually enrols in a research subject comprising a thesis and undertakes an approved study which may include specified course and/or practical work and/or performance as recommended by the Head.
• The entry requirement for a Professional Doctorate is usually a bachelor degree with Honours Class II, Division 2 or higher, or an approved equivalent qualification.
• For further information about specific degrees search under Faculties