Casuarina, Casuarina, Alice Springs, Alice Springs, Sydney, Sydney, Waterfront Darwin, Waterfront Darwin, Waterfront Darwin, Darwin
Doctor of Philosophy, or PhD, candidates undertake a novel and significant program of research, under the direction of two or more supervisors. The candidates then communicate the results of this research in a thesis or another approved format.
Entry Requirements
To achieve the minimum level of academic proficiency to enrol in a PhD, applicants must have completed:
A. at least one semester FTE of relevant research activity at AQF Level 8 and achieved a GPA equivalent to a Distinction;
B. at least one semester FTE of relevant research activity at AQF Level 9 or above; or
C. equivalent levels of research activity as approved by the Dean of Graduate Studies.
You must also plan to conduct research that is compatible with the research priorities and resources of this University. When you apply, you must submit a research proposal, comprising 500 to 1000 words.
The research priorities of this University tend to revolve around:
- tropical, regional, and remote health - including nursing, midwifery, and allied health;
- environmental studies;
- energy, resources, and engineering;
- social and public policy in Northern Australia and the region;
- community resilience;
- cybersecurity and IT;
- business and law; and
- education.
