Course Level
Doctor Degree (By Coursework)
CRICOS
006249D
Doctor of Philosophy (Business and Law)
Make a substantial, original contribution to knowledge in your chosen field with the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), a supervised research program at Deakin. This degree may be undertaken in the Deakin Business School or Deakin Law School and expert members of the academic staff will be appointed as your principal and associate supervisors. As well as your written thesis, you will be required to complete several coursework units and meet certain attendance requirements. Deakin currently has around 1,600 higher degrees by research (HDR) candidates passionate individuals making the most of our innovative facilities, partnerships, strategic research centres and world-class reputation.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
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Geelong Waterfront | Full-time - 3 years | N/A | N/A |
Melbourne Burwood | Full-time - 3 years | N/A | N/A |
Warrnambool | Full-time - 3 years | N/A | N/A |
Cloud(online) | Online/Off-campus - 3 years | N/A | N/A |
Structure
To complete the Doctor of Philosophy, you will be required to complete a 12-month probation period, which culminates in a Confirmation of Candidature at the 12-month mark. Only once your candidature is confirmed, can you proceed with your thesis project. Candidature is for a minimum of 2 years and a maximum of 4 years.
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
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