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A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) provides the opportunity to pursue a topic you are passionate about at the highest academic level.
A PhD consists of an independent, supervised research project that develops the candidate’s capacity to conduct highquality, original research independently. The research must demonstrate a significant and original contribution to knowledge. The degree is assessed by external examiners through the submission of a thesis or a creative work with an accompanying exegesis, and includes an oral examination.
A PhD may be undertaken in any School at ECU, provided appropriate supervisory expertise is available and the resources and facilities required to complete the proposed research are accessible. Prospective candidates are encouraged to explore the School research webpages to learn more about ECU’s areas of research focus and expertise. ECU also supports interdisciplinary research that spans multiple research fields to address complex global challenges.
As a PhD candidate, you will be expected to design and complete a research project within three years of fulltime study. Candidates may submit their thesis after a minimum of two years of fulltime enrolment, with a maximum course duration of four years full time. A PhD is a substantial commitment, and fulltime candidates are expected to devote at least 35 hours per week to their research.
This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
All applicants are required to have the equivalent of 6 months full time research (which must involve a research output which includes the conception and design of the project, and analysis and interpretation of findings) if applying with a Masters qualification other than a Master by Research. Applicants seeking online study will be required to provide additional information to support their application, as not all projects nor disciplines are suited to online study. Special entry may be considered for applications to the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) who will be required to attend an audition and/or interview.
English Language Requirements for Nursing and Midwifery:
International students (other than those students schooled in a recognised country as defined by APHRA at http://www.ahpra.gov.au/Registration/Registration-Standards/English-language-skills.aspx) are required to provide any English language test approved by AHPRA with a score equivalent to an IELTS Academic overall minimum score of 7.0 (no individual band less than 7.0). Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement or we may require additional information to confirm that requirements have been satisfied.
This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 10 Doctoral Degree Award.
Students are expected to meet regularly with their supervisors.
Some research-related professional development activities and events are held at specific campus locations.
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This is a Programmatic Learning course. This Course uses a mix of Learning Units and Assessment Units which all connect together.
Students will collect evidence of learning in a digital portfolio that charts their course journey, and can be used as a showcase to employers.
Students are required to continue re-enrolling in the relevant discipline-specific thesis unit of their study until the thesis is submitted for examination.
For candidates commencing from 2018 the examination process will consist of both a written and oral component.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| AGR7200 ^ | Doctor of Philosophy Thesis (Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies) | |
| ART7200 ^ | Doctor of Philosophy Thesis (Creative Arts) | |
| COM7200 ^ | Doctor of Philosophy Thesis (Management and Commerce) | |
| ERT7200 ^ | Doctor of Philosophy Thesis (Engineering and Related Technologies) | |
| ETN7200 ^ | Doctor of Philosophy Thesis (Education) | |
| HLT7200 ^ | Doctor of Philosophy Thesis (Health) | |
| INF7200 ^ | Doctor of Philosophy Thesis (Information Technology) | |
| NAT7200 ^ | Doctor of Philosophy Thesis (Natural and Physical Sciences) | |
| SCL7200 ^ | Doctor of Philosophy Thesis (Society and Culture) |
^ Core Option
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
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