Doctorate (PhD)
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at The University of Notre Dame Australia is a thesis-based research degree designed for professionals aiming to conduct advanced research. It involves close collaboration with academic supervisors and offers pathways for traditional, publication-based, or creative thesis formats. Financial support is available for domestic candidates through the RTP, while international students may apply for scholarships.
Are you a professional with a topic you wish to research to the highest academic level? The University of Notre Dame Australia is proud to offer the opportunity to work on a PhD to students who have achieved outstanding results in their Honours or Masters. Completed over three years of full-time study, your PhD will require you to work closely with two academic supervisors as you undertake a significant piece of research, which may include a substantial new discovery or an original adaptation, application or interpretation of existing knowledge. Start your learning journey today.
Why study this degree?A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a thesis-based research degree. It has been individually designed and built around the research methodology required, the nature of your thesis topic and the candidate's background. If necessary, you may also be required to undertake research training or further coursework as part of your PhD program. Candidates will benefit from ongoing support, mentoring or involvement in our research culture.
A PhD may be completed as a traditional thesis or a thesis by publication or as a non-traditional thesis (exegesis) and creative artefact. Your PhD should be based on an advanced investigation into a significant question related to your current field. The thesis should make an original and substantial contribution to the humanities, social sciences, applied sciences or Aboriginal studies.
Before submitting your application to enrol in a Doctor of Philosophy, you must discuss your application with a suitably qualified member of the academic staff, preferably one you wish to be your principal research supervisor.
The Commonwealth Government's Research Training Program (RTP) provides financial support for domestic candidates. Meanwhile, international students are required to pay full fees but may apply for a wide range of scholarships made available to candidates of exceptional potential.
To be eligible for admission to The University of Notre Dame Australia, all applicants must meet the University's minimum requirements for admission. The requirements for admission are detailed in the University's Policy: Admissions.
To be eligible for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy applicants must also meet the following specific requirements:
A Doctor of Philosophy can lead to careers in academia, industry, government and non-government organisations, scientific research, specialist consultancy, research management, and executive-level management.
To be eligible for the award of Doctor of Philosophy students must complete supervised Research Courses which are discipline-appropriate and in accordance with enrolment load.
Indicative Award Structure: Doctor of PhilosophyYear OneSemester OneSemester TwoRSCHXXXX Supervised Research 100 Units of CreditRSCHXXXX Supervised Research 100 Units of CreditYear TwoSemester OneSemester TwoRSCHXXXX Supervised Research 100 Units of CreditRSCHXXXX Supervised Research 100 Units of CreditYear ThreeSemester OneSemester TwoRSCHXXXX Supervised Research 100 Units of CreditRSCHXXXX Supervised Research 100 Units of CreditTotal Program Units of Credit: 600
View application steps for a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program on How to apply - Graduate research.
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