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Doctor of Philosophy
Testamur Title of Degree: |
Doctor of Philosophy |
Abbreviation: |
PhD |
My University: |
Education, Philosophy |
Duration: |
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
Total Credit Points: |
144 |
Starting Session(s): |
Autumn or Spring |
UOW Course Code: |
201 |
CRICOS Code: |
001246C |
Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy provides the opportunity for students to pursue in-depth research in a range of areas associated with those undertaken by the Research Units within the Faculty of Education. PhD candidates are encouraged to become involved in research group activities and the wider research culture of the faculty.
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.
Interested candidates should contact the Director of Postgraduate Research to discuss their area of research and supervision.
Course Requirements
Candidates for this degree enrol in a Doctoral Thesis (THES912/924). They may also be asked to audit or enrol in research preparation subjects (e.g. EDGZ930, 931, 932). All new students enrolling in a research degree are expected to prepare a research proposal within the first year of their candidature and to become involved in activities such as student colloquia.
Other Information
Further information is available at http://coursefinder.uow.edu.au/ or email: ssc@uow.edu.au