Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is an advanced postgraduate research degree that develops research skills and provides high achieving candidates with the opportunity to conduct in-depth research in their chosen discipline.

The PhD is a four year degree consisting of 48 credit points of coursework and research training followed by 144 credit points (6 sessions or part time equivalent) research thesis. The PhD program is aimed at candidates who are interested in pursuing their career as an academic or in private and public organisations which focus on research and innovation.

Under the guidance of a supervisory team, consisting of at least two supervisors, students will independently plan and execute a research project that will lead to the production of a substantial thesis, comprising 80,000 words (or equivalent). The program will enable candidates to critically evaluate existing knowledge, which uses research as a tool to explore and answer important questions in their chosen fields. Thus, students completing the PhD will make a significant and original contribution to knowledge in their chosen discipline. They will also be able to communicate this contribution to their peers and the community.

Why you should pursue your PhD degree at UOWD?
The program is designed to support higher degree research (HDR) students to develop their career potential through robust administration and candidate support including training courses, mentorship, and supervision by top academic experts. More specifically, the following points capture some distinctive features of the HDR program at UOWD.

Develop your career potential.
UOWD’s PhD program will not only enhance your research skills but will also equip you with additional skills and professional attributes to become the next generation of leading business researchers and academics.
Mentorship and supervision by top academic experts.
All the PhD supervisors are PhD holders, renowned researchers in their respective fields and are recognised globally and regionally for research impact. PhD students can strongly rely on their guidance, mentorship and expertise throughout the whole duration of their studies.
A University of academic excellence.
Study with an accredited international university boasting more than 30 years of academic excellence. Our PhD students benefit from world-class infrastructure and facilities, and a variety of research-related resources.
Earn a quality Australian PhD degree within a reasonable time.
PhD courses are intense and time consuming. At UOWD, the course length for full-time students is usually between four years, and six to eight years for part-time students.