Doctor of Philosophy (Health Sciences)

Doctorate (PhD)

Are you interested in a research-based degree in the field of philosophy? The University of Notre Dame Australia's Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a thesis-based research degree.

Key details

Degree Type

Doctorate (PhD)

Duration

3 years full-time

Study Mode

In person

About this course

School of Health Sciences

Are you interested in a research-based degree in the field of philosophy? The University of Notre Dame Australia's Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a thesis-based research degree. The degree program is individually designed and built around the methodological requirements of the research and the nature of the topic to be investigated; we consider your background. Candidates may be asked to undertake further coursework to extend their knowledge and skills as a basis for the research component. Contact us today to arrange a meeting.

Entry requirements

The following criteria are required for a student to be admitted to the PhD program:

Completion of a research Masters degree (by research or course work and thesis), appropriate to the professional field of the applicant (or equivalent) at a high level of achievement; or
A Bachelor's degree with Honours (Class 1 or Class 2A Honours level or equivalent); or
In exceptional circumstance, an equivalent academic or professional background that is considered by the Dean of the School and the PVC-R to be an appropriate preparation for independent study and research at a doctoral level.

An applicant may be required to demonstrate an ability to understand and communicate in both written and spoken English at a level adequate for the purpose of pursuing the program of study or as deemed appropriate by the Dean of the School.

Study locations

Sydney

Fremantle

Broome

What you will learn

Candidates for the Doctor of Philosophy (Health Sciences) degree become formed, through their research projects, in the methods of their chosen discipline.

All research students are assigned supervisors who are part guides and part advisers in the journey towards completing the degree. Before applying, please get in touch with the University's Research Office to arrange a discussion with a suitably qualified academic staff member.

The maximum time for completion of the Doctor of Philosophy (not including periods of approved leave of absence) will generally be three calendar years for a full-time student and six years for a part-time student. The minimum time for completion will typically be two years.

Career pathways

A Doctor of Philosophy (Health Sciences) can lead to careers in academia, industry, government and non-government organisations, scientific research, specialist consultancy, clinical and non-clinical health settings, research management, and executive-level management.

Course structure

The Doctor of Philosophy is a thesis-based research degree, normally comprised exclusively of supervised research, but which can include research training coursework if appropriate.

Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.