Doctor of Philosophy, School of Cybernetics

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00120C

The School of Cybernetics PhD program continues the innovation of the ANU Master of Applied Cybernetics in pioneering a new approach to engineering and technology design, development, adoption and regulation that combines technological, human and ecological systems for a better world, as well as being a standard bearer for equity and inclusion. The program is cohort based, and team taught and supported. A PhD in the School of Cybernetics provides an opportunity for students to develop cybernetic research and practice through an engaged and innovative approach.

Structure

• The Doctor of Philosophy requires the submission and successful examination of a thesis of up to 100,000 words on an approved topic. If approved the thesis may take an alternative form, such as a performance, experimental prototype and/or corpus of creative work.
• Completion of a standard program for a Doctor of Philosophy requires a minimum of 96 units and a maximum of 192 units of enrolment in the research component

Standard entry requirements

• Admission to a Doctor of Philosophy is also subject to supervisory capacity, availability of appropriate infrastructure and resources, and approval from the relevant Delegated Authority within the Academic College.
• Applicants must:
• Have completed the ANU Master of Applied Cybernetics with a minimum GPA of 6.0.
• Have the written approval of an identified supervisor for the research project/thesis.
• Exemptions for students who have a Bachelors degree and professional qualifications, work experience and/or published research that may be deemed equivalent to the ANU Master of Applied Cybernetics with a minimum GPA of 6.0 will only be considered on the advice of the Director of the School of Cybernetics, should it align closely to ANU and School of Cybernetics strategic priorities.

Study information

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