Doctor of Philosophy - Education

The University of Melbourne

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) indicates advanced knowledge and expertise and high-level research, conceptual and writing skills. It is a sustained piece of research and writing that examines a specific problem and, upon completion, makes a significant new contribution to knowledge. This takes the form of an 80,000 - 100,000 word thesis or combined thesis and design dissertation. The duration of the PhD program is 4 years full-time (8 years part-time for domestic students only).

Structure

  • 4 years full-time or 8 years part-time.
  • Candidates complete an 80,000 word PhD thesis
  • Candidates must present their research findings at a public completion seminar attended by their Advisory Committee.

Subjects

  • Education

Standard entry requirements

Applicants are normally required to have completed at least a four-year honours degree at H2A (75%) standard from an Australian university, or a qualification or combination of qualifications considered by the RHD Committee to be equivalent.

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
Parkville International: $222,769 No
  • Full-time : 4 years

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