Doctor of Philosophy

This Doctor of Philosophy course sees candidates working with a Principal Supervisor, appointed by the Research Higher Degrees Sub Committee, with the approval of the School.

A minimum of three years and a maximum of four years (full-time equivalent), this course is awarded on the basis of an externally examined thesis of approximately 100,000 words.

This course adds to your existing teaching qualifications, which may allow you to apply for promotion in schools, building on your research experiences. The opportunity also exists for you to seek employment within schools systems in areas of Administration, Policy Development and Research. The degree is commonly a prerequisite for a career in higher education. A PhD is a transferrable qualification that has application (depending on the nature of the research) to government, industry, commerce and independent research centre employment.