Faculty of Science

Doctor of Philosophy

Testamur Title of Degree:

Doctor of Philosophy

Abbreviation:

PhD

Home Faculty:

Science

Duration:

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Total Credit Points:

48 per year

Starting Session(s):

Autumn or Spring

Location:

Wollongong

UOW Course Code:

201

CRICOS Code:

001243F (Lab), 020192K (non-Lab)

Overview

Candidates complete a major thesis and undertake a research project arranged in consultation with an appropriate member of staff, and approved by the Head of School, before enrolment. Doctoral theses must make a major original contribution to scientific knowledge in the chosen area of research.

Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge

An Honours degree of at least four years duration in a relevant discipline at Class II, Division 2, or higher (or equivalent).

Course Requirements

Candidates complete a Doctoral dissertation of approximately 60,000 - 80,000 words in length.

Students enrol in the appropriate major thesis subject.

Disciplinary Areas Available

− Biological Sciences

− Chemistry

− Environmental Science

− Geography

− Geology

− Physics*

*Refer to Faculty of Engineering

Other Information

For further information contact the Faculty of Science Office, Room 41.258, or telephone (02) 4221 3530.

Web site: www.uow.edu.au/science/

Specific enquiries should be directed to the appropriate Academic Unit: School of Biological Sciences (02) 4221 3013, School of Chemistry (02) 4221 3509 or School of Earth and Environmental Sciences (02) 4221 3721.