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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.