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Doctor of Philosophy (Business, Justice and Behavioural Sciences)

Doctorate (PhD)

The Doctor of Philosophy at Charles Sturt University enables students to contribute original knowledge in their field, offering pathways to careers in research or academia. Domestic candidates may qualify for fee offset scholarships.

Key details

Degree Type

Doctorate (PhD)

Duration

3 years full-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Intake Months

Mar, Jul, Nov

Domestic Fees

$35,920 per year

About this course

Overview

Establish yourself as an expert in your field. The Doctor of Philosophy from Charles Sturt University gives you the opportunity to make an original and significant contribution to knowledge in your chosen discipline.

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

Domestic research candidates studying a Doctor of Philosophy or Master of Philosophy course may be eligible to receive a Research Fee Offset Scholarship, to pay for their applicable tuition fees.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

Entry requirements

The entry qualifications required for admission to a Doctor of Philosophy program are:

Qualified for the award of a Master by Research at an acceptable level; or
An appropriate Bachelor degree with class 1 or class 2(i) honours from another Australian university or an equivalent overseas tertiary institution, taken over a minimum of four years (full-time equivalent); or
Qualified for entry into a Charles Sturt University Master by Research program and duly enrolled and shown exceptional ability in the conduct of a research project which is clearly capable of being extended to a doctoral level; or
Qualified for the award of a coursework Master's degree with a research component. It is normally expected that a grade equivalent to the appropriate class of Honours will have been obtained; or
Some other appropriate combination of undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications (such as relevant graduate diplomas) and research experience that demonstrate capacity to undertake research at a Doctoral level.

For entry into a PhD, Master by Research or Professional Doctoral courses an applicant must demonstrate meeting:

An Academic IELTS of 6.5, with no score below a 6.0, in each of the individual skill areas.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

What you will study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Intensive school

You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.

Career pathways

Successful completion of your PhD psychology qualification heralds your admission into a community of scholars and paves the way for a rewarding academic career. As a specialist in your discipline, you could also work at research institutions or in a policy officer role. Alternatively, you could take up leadership or management roles in Australia or internationally.

Course structure

Non-Lab Based (192 pts)

In consultation with the Sub-Dean Graduate Studies and/or HDR Coordinator, students will enrol in one of the following research subjects during the period of their candidature

CodeTitleCredit PointsACC701Doctoral Research PT192 credit ptsACC702Doctoral Research FT192 credit ptsCUS701Doctoral Research PT192 credit ptsCUS702Doctoral Research FT192 credit ptsECO701Doctoral Research PT192 credit ptsECO702Doctoral Research FT192 credit ptsITC701Doctoral Research PT192 credit ptsITC702Doctoral Research FT192 credit ptsJST701Doctoral Research PT192 credit ptsJST702Doctoral Research FT192 credit ptsMGT701Doctoral Research PT192 credit ptsMGT702Doctoral Research FT192 credit ptsMKT701Doctoral Research PT192 credit ptsMKT702Doctoral Research FT192 credit ptsLab Based (192 pts)

In consultation with the Sub-Dean Graduate Studies and/or HDR Coordinator, students will enrol in one of the following research subjects during the period of their candidature

CodeTitleCredit PointsENG701Doctoral Research (Engineering) PT192 credit ptsENG702Doctoral Research (Engineering) FT192 credit ptsPSY701Doctoral Research PT192 credit ptsPSY702Doctoral Research FT192 credit pts

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.