Program Overview
The PhD program at UTS is a research-intensive degree that prepares graduates for leadership roles in industries and organizations that rely on research skills. The program provides advanced training in disciplinary and cross-disciplinary methods, enabling candidates to make original contributions to knowledge through extensive research and doctoral thesis completion. Graduates are highly valued for their analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills, and can pursue careers in academia, industry, research, government, and non-government organizations.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a University-wide research degree involving intense supervised study and research, leading to an original and significant contribution to knowledge. It prepares graduates for leadership roles in diverse industries and organizations that rely on research skills to solve real-world problems. The program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International.
Objectives:
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program aims to develop independent researchers who make original contributions to knowledge through extensive research, analysis, and doctoral thesis completion.
Program Description:
The PhD program provides an opportunity for candidates to receive training in advanced disciplinary and cross-disciplinary methods, enabling them to build research capability. Supervision is provided by a committee of three, typically led by a chairperson in the discipline fundamental to the candidate's research. Interdisciplinary research is encouraged, and supervisory committees may include researchers from cognate or other disciplines.
Outline:
Content and Structure:
The doctoral program consists of three stages. In the first stage, candidates must complete a formal assessment to confirm their candidacy. The second stage involves a progress confirmation assessment to ensure progress is consistent with completing the research program within the prescribed time and demonstrates the potential to complete the work to the required standard. Candidates must complete a third stage to confirm readiness to submit their thesis for examination. Within this framework, doctoral students design their own Graduate Research Study Plan in consultation with their supervisory panel. This plan aligns with the UTS HDR Capability Framework, which outlines what it means to be a research student at UTS. Annual reviews of progress are conducted, separate from the Stage Assessments.
Course Schedule:
Candidates may be required to undertake coursework, such as research methods or theoretical knowledge in their field of specialization. They also have the opportunity to complete an industry-based HDR internship experience with government, business, or community organizations.
Careers:
Career Paths:
The PhD degree enables graduates to pursue academic careers or careers in industry, research, government, and non-government organizations.
Opportunities:
Graduates are highly valued for their analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
Outcomes:
Graduates can assume leadership roles in various sectors that rely on research or research skills to address real-world challenges.
