Doctor of Philosophy (Hosted by Faculty of Education)

Overview

• Make an original and substantial contribution to knowledge in a specific field of learning.
• Enhance your professional practice by focusing on your professional development.
• Be supported by accredited supervisors, many of whom are world-renowned academics.
• Complete a research proposal, develop a full course of study and present the research findings after completion of the thesis.

QUT course code	IF49
Attendance	Part-time or Full-time Note: Part-time and external study options may be available depending on the project, infrastructure requirements and funding arrangements.
Course duration	Note: The expected duration is three to four years full-time, or six to eight years part-time.
Start month	2013 Note: At any time. Requires approval.
Delivery	On campus Kelvin Grove
Faculty	Faculty of Education
Course contact	Email: education.research@qut.edu.au
CRICOS code	006367J

Details

QUT adopts a project management approach. PhD candidates work closely with their supervisory team to meet collegially reviewed milestones leading to timely submission of a thesis for examination. QUT is proud of its record of timely completions and low attrition rates realised by this approach.

During candidature the supervisor and other key stakeholders will provide advice and direction to the candidate to encourage their participation in university scholarly activities such as research seminars, teaching and publication. The length of the thesis varies according to the topic, but should normally be no longer than 100,000 words, excluding bibliography.

Units

Course design

Mandatory

IFN001 Advanced Information Retrieval Skills

Time based Thesis

Other units as agreed by student in negotiation with their supervisor and faculty.

Entry requirements

Admission to the Doctor of Philosophy depends on an applicant’s demonstrated research aptitude and the availability of supervision, infrastructure and resources needed for the proposed research project.

An applicant would normally hold:

• a relevant first or second class division A honours degree or equivalent, or
• an appropriate Masters degree or Professional Doctorate (by research or coursework)

Masters and Professional Doctorates degrees by coursework must contain a significant research component, normally no less than 25%.

Holders of Masters and Professional Doctoral by Coursework must:

• have a grade point average of at least 5.0 on a 7 point scale and
• present evidence of research experience and potential for approval

Course fees

Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. All fees are based on current fixed fee prices. We review fees annually.

Scholarships and financial support

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