Flinders University
Doctor of Philosophy
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The Doctor of Philosophy - Research is a higher degree by research doctoral degree where the student either:
- Undertakes a time-based supervised research project
- Presents for examination a body of published work accumulated prior to acceptance into candidature
The purpose of the PhD degree is to provide research training at the highest level and to enable or acknowledge the production of a substantial body of original research that contributes significantly to knowledge and scholarship.
Delivery mode
Flinders University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- Building 4A, Royal Darwin Hospital, Nightingale Road, Tiwi
- O’Keefe House, Katherine District Hospital, Giles Street, Katherine
- Shop 1 / 135 Paterson Street, Tennant Creek
- Corner Simpson and Skinner Streets, PO Box 4066, Alice Springs
- Yellow Building 4, Cnr University Drive North & University Drive West, Casuarina
- 182 Victoria Square, Adelaide
- 1284 South Road, Clovelly Park
- Sturt Rd, Bedford Park
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be accepted for enrolment in a Doctor of Philosophy candidature, an applicant must have at least one of the following Australian qualifications (which must include studies relevant to the proposed field of research), or the equivalent qualification as approved by the relevant authorised delegate:
- A Bachelors degree with Honours class 1 or 2A
- A Doctor of Medicine with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 5
- A Graduate Diploma or Masters degree by coursework with a research component of at least 18 units, with an average GPA of at least 6 in the research component
- A Masters by Research degree
Applicants must also satisfy the University that they are reasonably likely to be able to complete the requirements of the award within the maximum duration.
In addition, to be accepted for enrolment in a Doctor of Philosophy candidature on the basis of Prior Published Work, an applicant must have:
- Completed their qualification (as above) at least three years before their application for candidature for this degree
- Spent at least three years following conferral of the qualifying award substantially engaged in the practice and study of the discipline or related discipline
- Satisfied the University that there is a prima facie case that their prior published work meets the requirement for admission to the award
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Doctor of Philosophy will prepare you for the following roles.
Researcher
Researchers are degree-qualified professionals who seek to discover new information and technologies in their field of expertise. It could be marke...
University Professor
University Professors are academic professionals who teach at colleges and universities. They usually teach at least one full class in the academic...
Academic Researcher
Academic researchers are degree-qualified professionals who are curious about the world and seek to expand the body of knowledge in their chosen fi...
Research Manager
A Research Manager oversees and coordinates research projects within an organisation or institution. You might work in a research centre, universit...
About Flinders University
For over 50 years, Flinders has been a centre of inspiring achievement: from our pioneering research and excellence in teaching to the positive impact we have in the communities we serve.
Inspiration leads to innovation. But innovation is more than just a buzzword at Flinders.
It extends from our founding Vice-Chancellor Peter Karmel’s entreaty to ‘experiment and experiment bravely’ through to the creative, trailblazing work of our staff, students and alumni.
As we enter an era of disruptive change and remarkable technological innovation, Flinders is well prepared for this unpredictable, exciting future.
Our strong network of external links keeps our work dynamic, enabling us to connect across barriers to create enterprising solutions for the future, to make a difference by changing lives and, ultimately, the world.
