Doctor of Philosophy (Nutrition and Public Health)
Deakin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00113B
Make a significant contribution to an important public health field by undertaking PhD research. The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a supervised research program where you will make a substantial, original contribution to knowledge in your chosen field. Public health research in nutrition includes: measurement and evaluation of food sources; nutritional assessment; exercise and behaviour; sports nutrition; physiology and metabolism; diet and disease with particular interest in cancer, cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes and osteoporosis. Deakin currently has around 1600 higher degree by research candidates intelligent people making the most of our excellent facilities, partnerships, strategic research centres and excellent reputation.
Structure
To complete the Doctor of Philosophy, you must pass 24 credit points.
Standard entry requirements
- To be considered for selection into a Higher Degrees by Research (HDR) degree, you are required to have completed either:
- A research project in a related area including a thesis which is equivalent to at least 25% of a years full time study at Level 8 or 9 of the Australian Qualifications Framework with achievement of a grade for the project equivalent to a Deakin grade of 70% or equivalent
- A masters degree (research) in a related area
Study information
Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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Cloud(online) | International: $129,600 | No |
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Geelong Waterfront | International: $129,600 | No |
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Geelong Waurn Ponds | International: $129,600 | No |
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Melbourne Burwood | International: $129,600 | No |
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