Doctor of Philosophy

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

Applicants with Recent Secondary Education (within the past 2 years): This course of study requires the completion of higher education study at an authorized institution. Recent secondary education graduates are not eligible for direct entry into this course.; Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study: This course of study requires the completion of higher education study at an authorized institution. Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study are not eligible for direct entry into this course.; Applicants with Higher Education Study: Completion of an AQF Level 8 Bachelors (Honours 1 or 2a) degree in a relevant field, or equivalent. Demonstrated knowledge of research methodology equivalent to RES701 AND methodology in the area of specialization OR Completion of an AQF Level 9 or above postgraduate qualification in a relevant field, or equivalent. This must include at least a 20 credit point research component and an overall GPA at least 2.8.; Applicants with Work and Life Experience: In exceptional circumstances, the Graduate Research School may allow admission of an applicant who does not have the qualifications specified. In such cases, evidence must be supplied to verify that the applicant has equivalent qualifications based on academic and professional attainment, and demonstration of an appropriate capacity for research.