Doctor of Philosophy
Murdoch University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00125J
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) gives you the opportunity to explore in depth a research project that youre passionate about. You will independently research a specific topic under the guidance of a supervisor and produce a thesis no more than 100,000 words. Your research will represent a significant, original contribution to human knowledge. In undertaking a PhD, you will develop independent research skills, including the capacity to formulate a problem, develop mastery of appropriate conceptual and methodological skills to address it, and relate the research topic to a broader framework of knowledge in a relevant discipline.
Structure
Total credit points: 96
Standard entry requirements
- To be eligible for admission as a candidate for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), an applicant must: * have a Bachelor Degree with at least a 2A Honours (AQF level 8).
- * have a Masters Degree (AQF level 9) which incorporates satisfactory research preparation equivalent to at least 12 credit points.
- * be enrolled as a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) candidate in the University (AQF level 9) and satisfy the Dean with evidence of the ability to complete a Doctoral Degree (Research) successfully (AQF level 10) within the enrolment period specified in the GRD regulations
- Or* have a Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) and satisfy the Dean of Graduate Research with evidence of substantive and significant scholarly or professional attainments providing satisfactory research preparation equivalent of AQF level 8 or 9.
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