Doctor of Philosophy

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Testamur Title of Degree:	Doctor of Philosophy
Abbreviation:	PhD
Home Faculty:	Science
Duration:	3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Total Credit Points:	144
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 need to complete RESH901 - Fundamentals for HDR Writing as part of their candidature.

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

Studies in Physics are conducted through the Faculty of Engineering.

Other Information

For further information contact the Faculty of Science Office or telephone +61 2 4221 3530.

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

Specific enquiries should be directed to the appropriate Academic Unit: School of Biological Sciences +61 2 4221 3013, School of Chemistry +61 2 4221 3509 or School of Earth & Environmental Sciences +61 2 4221 3721.