Doctor of Philosophy (Applied Science) (232AA)
Course: Doctor of Philosophy (Applied Science) (232AA)
Award: Doctor of Philosophy
Course Level: 02
Faculty: Faculty of Applied Science
CRICOS Code: 054212G
Offered Locations and Delivery Modes:
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UC Bruce Campus
- Full Time, Face-to-Face - Convener: Dr Bernd Gruber (Ph: +61 2 6206 3804)
- Part Time, Face-to-Face - Convener: Dr Bernd Gruber (Ph: +61 2 6206 3804)
Introduction
The program is designed to provide an opportunity for high calibre graduates to undertake scholarly postgraduate research in a field of study taken from one of the following areas of expertise within the Division - cultural heritage sciences, human and biomedical science, resource and environmental science, dependent on the availability of supervisors.
It is strongly recommended that all potential candidates contact the course convener prior to submission of an application, as a research proposal (3-5 pages) is required with the application.
Successful completion of the program requires candidates:
- to conceive, design and carry to completion a piece of original research which, in the opinion of three independent assessors of recognised standing, adds substantially to existing knowledge and understanding of the field of study;
- to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the scientific literature in their field of study and be aware of current or potential areas of contention likely to form the focus of future research in their field;
- to develop the skills necessary for communicating the results of their work effectively to other professionals in their field of study;
- to demonstrate a high degree of scholarship.
Course Requirements
Satisfactory completion of 72 credit points as follows:
4091 Doctoral Thesis in Applied Science D:FT or
4090 Doctoral Thesis in Applied Science D:PT
Typical Course Structure
Full-time candidates enrol in the subject 4091 Doctoral Thesis in Applied Science D:FT; Part-time students enrol in the subject 4090 Doctoral Thesis in Applied Science D:PT.
Course Duration
6 semesters full-time or equivalent part-time.Admission Requirements
Applicants shall have a degree of bachelor with first or upper second class honours awarded by an Australian university or other recognised higher education institution, and provide evidence of research training and aptitude for research.
Course Enquiries
Students must consult with their supervisors for course advice at the commencement of, and during, their studies.
Abbreviations used in Unit Descriptions
Please note the following abbreviations:
INT-F2F: Face-to-face teaching in intensive mode (check with unit convener for time of lectures, tutorials etc.)
INT-F2FO: Face-to-face teaching in intensive mode with online teaching
ONL: Online delivery only (no face-to-face teaching)
Face-to-face: Face-to-face teaching with lecturers, tutorials etc, supported by material on Moodle, our online teaching system.
STD-F2FO: Face-to-face teaching with lecturers, tutorials etc, and online teaching.
Related Information
Domestic Student Tuition Fees for full fee-paying courses (PDF)
International Student Fees and Course Availability (PDF)
Higher Degrees by Research: Policy and Procedures (the Gold Book)
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