Federation University
Doctor of Philosophy
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This Doctor of Philosophy program sees candidates working with a Principal Supervisor, appointed by the Research Higher Degrees Sub Committee, with the approval of the School.
A minimum of three years and a maximum of four years (full-time equivalent), this degree is awarded on the basis of an externally examined thesis of approximately 100,000 words.
Delivery mode
Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Mount Helen, Ballarat
- 100 Clyde Rd, Berwick
- Northways Rd, Churchill
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be eligible for admission as a Candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy a person must:
- have graduated with or qualified for a Masters degree that included a dissertation demonstrating the ability to undertake research at PhD level; or
- have graduated with or qualified for a four year Honours Bachelor degree, or Degree with Honours at first class or second class, upper division, honours, that included a dissertation demonstrating the ability to undertake research at PhD level; or
- have been enrolled for a Masters degree by research and have completed research which is assessed by the academic Board as demonstrating the capacity to undertake research at PhD level; or
- hold qualifications and/or have demonstrated skills, experience, research, or publications which are assessed by the Academic Board as being at least equivalent to or as a satisfactory substitute for any of the qualifications prescribed above.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Doctor of Philosophy will prepare you for the following roles.
Researcher
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Academic Researcher
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Research Manager
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About Federation University
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