Doctor of Philosophy

Do you aspire to become a leader in your field? The Doctor of Philosophy gives you the opportunity to make an original and significant contribution to knowledge in your chosen discipline within the arts.

On site at St Francis College Milton

Study Mode

Full-time 3 years / Part-time 6 years

Duration

Course Highlights

Open to those with an excellent academic record and proven research skills, the Doctor of Philosophy allows you to conduct a detailed research investigation in an area of interest and present your findings in a thesis.

You will design and implement a high-quality original research project of significance to your discipline. Through this process, you will develop a thorough knowledge of scholarly debate in your field and the capacity to critically analyse and constructively contribute to that debate.

As a PhD candidate, you will be admitted into a dynamic community of scholars who are dedicated researchers in disciplinary and interdisciplinary areas of research. You will complete your doctorate under the guidance of experienced academics who are experts in your discipline.

Applications for admission are considered at any time throughout the year.

Career Opportunities

As the highest level of qualification available, a PhD could pave the way for a rewarding career in research or academia anywhere in the world.

Specialist role in policy

You could work in research or policy roles as a specialist in your discipline.

Rewarding academic career

Successful completion of your PhD heralds your admission into a community of scholars and paves the way for a rewarding academic career.

Research based doctoral roles

As a research-based professional doctorate, the Doctor of Philosophy produces knowledgeable, skilled and reflective professional practitioners who are equipped for diverse and changing work contexts.

Satisfactory completion of a PhD Thesis on a chosen topic.

Graduation

Subjects

The Doctor of Philosophy offers graduates who have an excellent academic record and proven research skills the opportunity to conduct research at a level that is going to contribute to the knowledge base of theology. An appropriate supervisor will assist the student in developing a research proposal and the title for the research, and guide the student during the research process and thesis preparation.

Those who wish to undertake a PhD should first contact the Academic Dean to discuss possible research topics.

The PhD is a Commonwealth-funded program and students may either pay up-front or defer fees through the Higher Education Contribution scheme (HECS). Find out more about CSU fees.

Fees

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