Program Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program at Murdoch University empowers individuals to delve deeply into a research project of their choice. Under expert supervision, candidates produce a thesis contributing original knowledge to their field. The program fosters independent research skills and collaboration with top academics, providing opportunities for conference presentations and interdisciplinary research.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) gives you the opportunity to explore in depth a research project that you’re passionate about. You will independently research a specific topic under the guidance of a supervisory team and produce a thesis no more than 100,000 words. Your research will represent a significant, original contribution to human knowledge. In undertaking a PhD, you will develop independent research skills, including the capacity to formulate a problem, develop mastery of appropriate conceptual and methodological skills to address it, and relate the research topic to a broader framework of knowledge in a relevant discipline. The process of completing your thesis offers exciting opportunities to work with and be challenged by top academics and experts in your field, as well as attending national and international conferences. Candidature for research degrees is offered in all disciplines. Murdoch encourages research in interdisciplinary areas as well as in the basic disciplines.
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Total credit points: 96 Required Units: 96 credit points Major: No credit points Related CRICOS: 001547A, 002223B, 003899E, 007383A, 027652G, 083418J, 083419G, 083436G, 083437F Study areas: Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Veterinary Science Indigenous Knowledges Environmental and Conservation Sciences Criminology Psychology Physical Sciences and Mathematics Nursing Medical, Molecular and Forensic Sciences Law Engineering and Energy Education Creative Media and Communication Allied Health Agricultural Science Business Before you apply for admission to a graduate research project at Murdoch University, you will need to write a research proposal you should also find and nominate a potential supervisor. Given the amount of time and effort you'll be investing in your research, it's important that your research topic inspires you and will keep you motivated throughout your research journey. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you develop your research proposal and find a supervisor: http://www.murdoch.edu.au/Research-capabilities/Future-research-students/Your-research-project/ Advanced StandingNot applicable to research courses.
