Doctor of Philosophy (Education)

Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy provides the opportunity to pursue in-depth research in a range of areas.  The Research Groups associated with the Faculty of Education include the Centre for Research into Interactive Learning Environments (RILE), the Centre for Research into Language and Literacy (CRILL), Learning and the learner (LNL), Childhood Obesity Research Centre (CORe), Quality Teaching and Educational Leadership (QUALTEL) and the Centre for Interdisciplinary Youth Research (CIYR).  Postgraduate research students are encouraged to undertake postgraduate study associated with the research agendas of these Centres.  In addition, supervision is also available in a number of areas of strength, based on the postgraduate teaching program.

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.

Course Requirements

Candidates for this degree enrol in a Doctoral Thesis (THES912/924).  Interested candidates should contact the Associate Dean (Research) to discuss their area of research and supervision.  All new students enrolling in a research degree are expected to prepare and defend a research proposal early in their candidature and to become involved in activities such as student colloquia.  See subject descriptions for further information.