Program Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy (Agriculture) at the University of Tasmania is a research degree that qualifies individuals to conduct independent research and develop new knowledge in agriculture. Graduates gain transferable skills and attributes for diverse roles in industry, government, business, research, and academia. The program provides training and skills for careers in academia and beyond, demonstrating a candidate's ability to conceptualize and implement research, manage projects, and communicate effectively.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Doctor of Philosophy (Agriculture) qualifies individuals to apply a substantial body of knowledge to research, investigate, and develop new knowledge in one or more fields of investigation, scholarship, or professional practice. A research degree is an advanced study program that gives you an opportunity to deeply explore a topic of your choice and the expertise of their supervisors. Research degree candidates are driven by naturally inquiring minds and have a passion to solve problems and advance humanity. A research degree allows you to conduct your own, unique research and produce new knowledge and expertise that is innovative, relevant, and enlightened. Research degrees equip graduates with the transferable skills and attributes necessary for challenging and diverse roles in industry, government, and business, as well as in research and academic organizations.
Careers:
In Australia and around the world, Doctor of Philosophy graduates are highly regarded as potential employees. The Doctor of Philosophy is a demonstration of a candidate's ability to conceptualize and implement an independent program of research, manage a project, organize resources, work and cooperate with colleagues, and communicate effectively in writing at a high level. As a result, PhD graduates have the opportunity to pursue diverse career paths, including professions in research and academia, as well as a broad spectrum of professions in the public and private sector.
