Doctor of Philosophy

University of Divinity

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 01037A

The Doctor of Philosophy is a higher degree by research in divinity or one or more of its associated disciplines. The purpose of the Doctor of Philosophy is to qualify individuals who apply a substantial body of knowledge to research, investigate and develop new knowledge, in one or more areas of investigation, scholarship or professional practice.

Structure

The course of study for the Doctor of Philosophy consists of: Submission of an annual report throughout the duration of candidature
Satisfactory completion of confirmation of candidature
Where relevant, satisfactory completion of requirements of the Human Research Ethics Committee
Attendance and participation in a minimum of 8 hours of research seminars at the University and either a University Research Conference or a research conference approved by the candidate’s College during each year of candidature. Satisfactory completion of these requirements must be certified by the College on the candidate’s annual report
Presentation of at least one seminar or conference paper of no less than 20 minutes’ duration prior to submission of the thesis
Preparation of a thesis for examination
PhD candidates present their research in a thesis of not more 100,000 words which is examined by at least two external examiners.

Standard entry requirements

To be eligible for admission an applicant must satisfy the SGR Committee that he or she has completed one of the following awards at the University of Divinity to the specified standard, or an equivalent award in divinity or its associated disciplines at another higher education provider recognised by the Academic Board to an equivalent standard: a Masters by research with a 75% average, or where a mark is not available, examiners’ reports which indicate to the satisfaction of the SGR Committee that the candidate is adequately prepared for doctoral research
Or a Masters by coursework with a 75% average
Or a Graduate Diploma with a 75% average
Or a four year undergraduate degree with Honours with a 75% average. An applicant must also satisfy the SGR Committee that he or she has completed a research essay or thesis of at least 12,000 words graded at or above 75%. The research essay or thesis may have been completed either within one of the awards listed above or as part of another program of study.

Study information

Campus	Fees	Mid year intake	Attendance
Australian Lutheran College	International: $57,096	No	Full-time : 3 years Part-time : 8 years
Catholic Theological College	International: $57,096	No	Full-time : 3 years Part-time : 8 years
Pilgrim Theological College	International: $57,096	No	Full-time : 3 years Part-time : 8 years
St Athanasius College	International: $57,096	No	Full-time : 3 years Part-time : 8 years
St Barnabas College	International: $57,096	No	Full-time : 3 years Part-time : 8 years
St Francis College	International: $57,096	No	Full-time : 3 years Part-time : 8 years
Trinity College	International: $57,096	No	Full-time : 3 years Part-time : 8 years
Uniting College for Leadership and Theology	International: $57,096	No	Full-time : 3 years Part-time : 8 years
Whitley College	International: $57,096	No	Full-time : 3 years Part-time : 8 years
Wollaston Theological College	International: $57,096	No	Full-time : 3 years Part-time : 8 years
Yarra Theological Union	International: $57,096	No	Full-time : 3 years Part-time : 8 years