Doctorate (PhD)
The NIODA Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by thesis is a degree offering candidates the opportunity to develop high level research skills.
As a PhD candidate, you are required to make a significant original contribution to the field of systems psychodynamics by submitting a written research thesis, of between 80,000 to 100,000 words.
Consistent with the AQF Level 10, a PhD candidate is expected to:
NIODA believes that the learning and teaching of systems psychodynamics is assisted by the creation of an environment where staff and candidates have certainty around expectations. This in turn informs NIODA's pedagogical approach. These expectations are that:
Candidates' research is informed by leading-edge theory and applied methods relevant to systems psychodynamics.
*The program is open to others who have a master's level degree deemed comparable, or to potential candidates with a master's degree and who are able to demonstrate capacity and capability in the organisation dynamics discipline and submission of a substantial piece of writing demonstrating this capacity.
Applicants are normally required to have achieved a credit level or higher in their final master's year assessment to be eligible to apply for the NIODA Doctor of Philosophy degree. Exceptions to this requirement will be considered where evidence is provided of appropriate academic qualifications and/or experience that satisfies the PhD Course Committee that the applicant has well-developed knowledge of the field of systems psychodynamics and the potential for research sufficient to undertake the proposed program.
Candidates entering this degree are required to have a minimum level of English language proficiency (details of these requirements can be found at www.nioda.org.au/policies).
Post-graduate application.
Application for the course involves the completion of a written form and an interview. Successful applicants will be made a formal offer of a place after which they can proceed to enrol.