Course: Doctor of Philosophy (Education) (208AA)

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Award: Doctor of Philosophy
Course Level: 02
Faculty: Faculty of Education
CRICOS Code: 054211J
Offered Locations and Delivery Modes:

• UC Bruce Campus
  • Part Time, Face-to-Face - Convener: Dr Katja Mikhailovich (Ph: +61 2 6201 2446)
  • Full Time, Face-to-Face - Convener: Dr Katja Mikhailovich (Ph: +61 2 6201 2446)

Introduction

Note: If you are a prospective student wishing to find out more about the course, please email: study@canberra.edu.au or telephone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226)

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the field of Education involves candidates in a program of research requiring the presentation of a doctoral thesis which should provide evidence of the candidate's ability to conceive, execute and report on a scholarly piece of research in advanced theory or student practice.

The objectives of the course are -

1. to promote and provide a means of high levels of education, research and development for those people directly involved in the design, operation and future development of Australian education;
2. to provide a program of research suitable for teachers, administrators and officers in related fields of education.

Course Requirements

Candidates are required to complete the subject 1257 Education Doctoral Thesis D PT or 1258 Education Doctoral Thesis D:FT.

The doctoral thesis should demonstrate that the candidate has academic and technical competence in the field and has done research of an original and independent character. The thesis must add to or modify what was previously known, and present significant original analysis of the subject based upon investigation.

Course Duration

The duration of the course for full-time candidates will normally be 6 semesters or equivalent part-time.

Admission Requirements

Entry requirements for the PhD are an honours degree, a masters degree or a postgraduate diploma at a high level of achievement.

Intending candidates should make an application to the Faculty for admission to the course by completing a PhD application form which is available from the Faculty of Education (02) 6201 2400.

Applicants should submit with their application a thesis proposal and an outline of their proposed area of research as explained in the Doctor of Philosophy application form. Prior to selection, applicants should be prepared for further contact with the course convener, at which they will be expected to further define the nature of the problems they propose to investigate and demonstrate their competence to undertake doctoral research in that field of education.

Additional admission requirements:
International students are required to have an IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with no band less than 6.5, for admission to this course.

Course Enquiries

Students should consult with their supervisors in the first instance. Further assistance may be sought from the Faculty of Education (02) 6201 2400.