Doctor of Philosophy
PhD
In Perth (Australia)
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Type
PhD
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Location
Perth (Australia)
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Course description, features and facilities The PhD comprises an independent, supervised research project mutually agreed upon by a student, supervisor, head of school and the Board of the Graduate Research School. It may be undertaken in any school in the University. The PhD requires the development and implementation of a rigorous research plan, based on a comprehensive understanding of the relevant literature and the need for answers to questions posed in that literature or as the result of a new theory. The thesis demonstrates a student's ability to document and interpret results, formulate theories and discuss the results in light of the current literature to a high level of competence.
Back to topPhD graduates move into a wide range of careers, depending on their areas of research. The traditional pathways are to research and academic careers, but many graduates progress into other professional areas, including management. Because the PhD is a demonstration of a graduate's ability to conceptualise and implement an independent program of research, manage a project, organise resources, work with other people and communicate effectively in writing at a high level, it is a ticket to many destinations.
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Extracted from Doctor of Philosophy Rules
15. A PhD thesis must be a substantial and original contribution to scholarship, for example through the discovery of knowledge, the formulation of theories or the innovative re-interpretation of known data and established ideas.
16.(1) A student must submit a thesis after the completion of a course of supervised research and advanced study in a subject or subjects approved by the Board.
(2) The course of supervised research and advanced study may include—
(a) courses, lectures, seminars and other work as the supervisor and head of school concerned directs; and
(b) studies and investigations culminating in such reports as the supervisor(s) direct(s).
(3) On the recommendation of the appropriate head of school and supervisor, the Board may prescribe study additional to the requirements of (2).
17. A student must provide particulars of the progress and results of the research to the supervisor(s)from time to time and whenever requested.
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Doctor of Philosophy