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Doctor of Philosophy

Doctorate (PhD)

South Bank, Logan, Nathan, Gold Coast

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is Griffith's premier research training degree. It is your opportunity to explore a specific research area or topic that you are passionate about. You will be challenged to develop your original research project and receive mentoring and guidance from your supervisor.

Entry Requirements

An applicant for admission as a PhD candidate shall hold:

a Bachelor degree with first-class honours or second-class honours (Division A) or a Masters degree, incorporating a significant research component, from a recognised institution; or
a record of research, or a qualification granted by a professional or other body deemed by the Dean, Griffith Graduate Research School, to be of a standard comparable to a Bachelor degree with second-class honours (Division A).

The following University policy will apply to Higher Degree Research (HDR) programs:

Higher Degree Research Policy

Duration

4 years full-time, 8 years part-time

Study Mode

In person

International Tuition Fees

$33,500 per year / $134,000 total

Graduate Satisfaction

89.50%

Doctor of Philosophy (Industry)

Doctorate (PhD)

Bundaberg, Rockhampton, Sydney, Melbourne, Emerald, Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane, Adelaide, Mackay

The PhD (Industry) is specifically designed to cater for professionals with existing industry experience and who wish to undertake a research degree.

Entry Requirements

The first twelve months of study will involve four online advanced coursework units drawn from the CQU postgraduate unit catalogue, studied in combination with the Graduate Certificate in Research (paced for part-time mode over 12 months). The GCR will be offered as an on-course component, enabling candidates to rapidly acquire a working knowledge and understanding of the language and expectations of research. In years 2-4, candidates will complete research coursework, as well as research and thesis/dissertation activities, as per the preexisting model used for current RHD candidates.

The qualifications for admission as a candidate will be set out in the PhD (Industry) Course Rules Policy and Procedure.

Entry to the PhD (Industry) will require a coursework masters degree combined with a three or four-year bachelor-level qualification or equivalent in a field relevant to the proposed research study topic, plus a minimum of three years experience in a relevant professional setting.

In considering the admissions criteria, the University will have regard to the recency of the applicant's formal qualifications and/or professional experience.

The University may also seek additional information from applicants regarding relevant workplace experience, research publications, or other items that can clearly demonstrate research and content-based expertise.

International applicants are also required to meet the University's English language requirements.

Security Requirements

Not applicable, excepting Defence Export Trade Controls which may apply to specific research project topics.

Health Requirements

Not applicable

Assumed Knowledge

In the first six months, candidates will complete foundational research coursework to become familiar with the language and expectations of research, and to shape their research topic. This part of the curriculum mirrors the Graduate Certificate in Research. Candidates will then follow the same pathway as for a traditional PhD, stepping through the RSCH20001 Prepare for Confirmation coursework unit and the Confirmation milestone itself. Following approval of the Confirmation of Candidature milestone, candidates will progress to research and thesis/dissertation activities. At this stage, they will also have the flexibility to choose between either four advanced coursework units or an industry placement alongside their research project.

Duration

4 years full-time, 8 years part-time

Study Mode

In person

Doctor of Philosophy

Doctorate (PhD)

Kelvin Grove, Gardens Point

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

You must have either:

a completed recognised relevant honours degree (first class or second class Division A) or equivalent
a completed recognised masters degree or professional doctorate (by research or coursework)

Admission to the Doctor of Philosophy depends on an applicant's demonstrated research aptitude and the availability of supervision infrastructure and resources needed for the proposed research project.

For more information on eligibility read the admission criteria for the Doctor of Philosophy (PDF file 280.6 KB).

Once you've started your PhD you'll need to complete your Stage 2 milestone to be fully admitted to your course. You'll usually complete this milestone within the first three months of study.

Masters and professional doctorate degrees by coursework must have a significant research component normally not less than 25%. Holders of masters and professional doctorate by coursework must:

have a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 5.0 on QUT's 7 point scale; and
present evidence of research experience and potential for approval

Entry requirements

You must have either:

a completed recognised relevant honours degree or equivalent
a completed recognised masters degree or professional doctorate (by research or coursework)

Masters and professional doctorate degrees by coursework must have a significant research component normally not less than 25%. Holders of masters and professional doctorate by coursework must:

have a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 5.0 on QUT's 7 point scale; and
present evidence of research experience and potential for approval

Once you've started your PhD you'll need to complete your Stage 2 milestone to be fully admitted to your course. You'll usually complete this milestone within the first three months of study.

For more information on eligibility read the admission criteria for the Doctor of Philosophy (PDF file 280.6 KB).

Duration

4 years full-time

Study Mode

In person

Doctor of Philosophy by Portfolio

Doctorate (PhD)

Bundaberg, Rockhampton, Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Emerald, Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane, Adelaide, Mackay

If you already have a significant record of published research in your field or are looking for a way to have your current research portfolio formally recognised, then the Doctor of Philosophy by Portfolio may be ideal for you.

Entry Requirements

Entry into this course requires the student to have a substantial existing body of peer reviewed publications, as outlined in the Doctor of Philosophy by Portfolio Course Rules Policy and Procedure.

Security Requirements

Applicants and research project topics being pursued in the PhD by Portfolio degree may be subject to compliance checks under the Commonwealth Autonomous Sanctions and/or Foreign Interference regulations.

Health Requirements

None applicable.

Assumed Knowledge

As per

the Doctor of Philosophy by Portfolio Course Rules Policy and Procedure.

Duration

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Study Mode

Online, In person

Doctor of Philosophy

Doctorate (PhD)

Bundaberg, Rockhampton, Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Emerald, Townsville, Cairns, Brisbane, Adelaide, Mackay

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a course of supervised research and study leading to the submission of a thesis which makes a significant original contribution to knowledge.

Entry Requirements

An applicant may be considered for admission to candidature for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy if the person holds:

a) a Masters degree either by research or with a substantial element (typically one-third) of research work within it, from a university or any other approved institution

b) a Bachelor degree in an appropriate discipline with first class or second class honours conferred by a university or any other approved institution

c) a Bachelor degree in an appropriate discipline in addition to completion of the CQUniversity Graduate Certificate in Research with an average of distinction level of achievement, or

d) alternative qualification/s and/or experience deemed by RHDC to be of equivalent scope and standard to those listed above.

Security Requirements

Not applicable

Health Requirements

Not applicable

Assumed Knowledge

The Doctor of Philosophy is a course of supervised research and study leading to the submission of a thesis which makes a contribution to knowledge. The course is governed by the Research Higher Degree Course Rules Policy and Procedure which provide details regarding all aspects of admission, progression, submission and examination of the thesis.

Duration

4 years full-time, 8 years part-time

Study Mode

In person

Doctor of Philosophy

Doctorate (PhD)

Ballarat, North Sydney, Canberra, Strathfield, Melbourne, Brisbane

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is awarded for high-level research and, as such, it is expected that candidates will make a contribution to knowledge in their chosen field. A PhD may be undertaken by three different means: Traditional PhD: A PhD candidate's work is assessed on the basis of a c.

Entry Requirements

Eligibility criteria

A candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy must comply with the Higher Degree Research Regulations.

An applicant for admission to candidature for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy must have completed one of the following:

a. an appropriate undergraduate degree with Honours at a minimum level of Second Class Division A (Distinction average) or equivalent; or

b. a master's degree with appropriate research training in a relevant field; or

c. an equivalent qualification and/or demonstrated research experience, with evidence of capacity to undertake independent research work (eg an authored publication).

Meeting the eligibility requirements for admission is not in itself a guarantee of admission. The candidate's potential to undertake research, the quality and feasibility of the research proposal, the availability of appropriate supervision and the referee's reports will all be taken into consideration. Please refer to Regulation 5.2.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2022 Admission.

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Duration

12 - 24 months full-time

Study Mode

In person

Graduate Satisfaction

80.50%