Doctoral courses
Faculty of Business
Doctor of Philosophy
The PhD is a University-wide degree that involves an intense period of supervised study and research. The degree of Doctor of Philosophy is awarded to successful candidates who have made a distinct contribution to knowledge, whether by original investigation, review or criticism.
Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building
Doctor of Philosophy
The PhD is a University-wide degree which involves an intense period of supervised study and research, culminating in the submission of a thesis. The degree is awarded to candidates who, through original investigation, make a distinct and significant contribution to knowledge in their field of specialisation.
Doctor of Project Management
This course provides a comprehensive grounding in both the underlying principles and the practical aspects of project management, and addresses the Australian National Competency Standards for Project Management PMBOK® (Project Management Body of Knowledge) Guide.
Faculty of Education
Doctor of Education
The Doctor of Education is designed to meet the needs of practitioners by providing extended advanced study for those whose background and experience are appropriate for leadership.
Doctor of Philosophy
The Doctor of Philosophy is designed to meet the needs of those who wish to pursue a career in research or academic life. In this program, candidates embark on high-level research in one of the areas of research strength within the Faculty.
Faculty of Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy
The PhD is a University-wide degree which involves an intense period of supervised study and research, culminating in the submission of a thesis. The degree is awarded to candidates who, through original investigation, make a distinct and significant contribution to knowledge in their field of specialisation.
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Doctor of Creative Arts
The Doctor of Creative Arts (DCA) is for graduates who have a significant record of achievement in the media and the creative arts and who want to undertake substantial research in the areas of media and creative production.
Doctor of Philosophy
The PhD is a University-wide degree which involves an intense period of supervised study and research, culminating in the submission of a thesis. The degree is awarded to candidates who, through original investigation, make a distinct and significant contribution to knowledge in their field of specialisation.
Faculty of Information Technology
Doctor of Philosophy
The PhD is a University-wide degree which involves an intense period of supervised study and research, culminating in the submission of a thesis. The degree is awarded to candidates who, through original investigation, make a distinct and significant contribution to knowledge in their field of specialisation.
Doctor of Philosophy
The PhD is a University-wide degree which involves an intense period of supervised study and research, culminating in the submission of a thesis. The degree is awarded to candidates who, through original investigation, make a distinct and significant contribution to knowledge in their field of specialisation.
Faculty of Institute for International Studies
Doctor of Philosophy
The PhD is a University-wide degree which involves an intense period of supervised study and research, culminating in the submission of a thesis. The degree is awarded to candidates who, through original investigation, make a distinct and significant contribution to knowledge in their field of specialisation.
Faculty of Law
Doctor of Juridical Science
This course combines coursework subjects and original research culminating in a Doctoral dissertation. Candidates develop their Doctoral topic through the coursework component. The dissertation must have a legal focus and analysis representing an original investigation, criticism or review of a field of legal research of a standard suitable for publication.
Doctor of Philosophy
The PhD is awarded to candidates who, through original investigation, criticism or review of a field of research, make a distinct and significant contribution to knowledge in their field of specialisation. The PhD can be cross-disciplinary in nature and both law graduates and graduates of other disciplines are eligible to apply.
Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery and Health
Doctor of Midwifery
The Faculty's research degrees are highly regarded, both nationally and internationally. Candidates for the Doctor of Midwifery have the opportunity to integrate a research focus within a framework of policy development, leadership and international practice. Graduates from a Doctor of Midwifery can lead in the development of practice and take their place in disciplinary research projects.
Doctor of Nursing
The Faculty's research degrees are highly regarded, both nationally and internationally. Candidates for the Doctor of Nursing have the opportunity to integrate a research focus within a framework of policy development, leadership and international practice. Graduates from a Doctor of Nursing can lead in the development of practice and take their place in disciplinary research projects.
Doctor of Philosophy
The Doctor of Philosophy is a research degree requiring an original and significant contribution to knowledge in a defined field of study. It is the traditional path for those wishing to assume leadership positions in research.
Faculty of Science
Doctor of Philosophy
The PhD is a University-wide degree which involves an intense period of supervised study and research, culminating in the submission of a thesis. The degree is awarded to candidates who, through original investigation, make a distinct and significant contribution to knowledge in their field of specialisation.
Doctor of Philosophy
The PhD is a University-wide degree which involves an intense period of supervised study and research, culminating in the submission of a thesis. The degree is awarded to candidates who, through original investigation, make a distinct and significant contribution to knowledge in their field of specialisation. Research for this degree should be within the discipline of hydrogeology and/or groundwater management.
Doctor of Philosophy
The PhD is a University-wide degree which involves an intense period of supervised study and research, culminating in the submission of a thesis. The degree is awarded to candidates who, through original investigation, make a distinct and significant contribution to knowledge in their field of specialisation.
Faculty of Vice Chancellor
Doctor of Philosophy
The PhD is a University-wide degree which involves an intense period of supervised study and research, culminating in the submission of a thesis. The degree is awarded to candidates who, through original investigation, make a distinct and significant contribution to knowledge in their field of specialisation. The Institute offers the Doctor of Philosophy in Sustainable Futures to both local and international students.
