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‘The Doctor of Professional Studies is a research integrated, professional practice degree. It provides candidates with a course of supervised research and study that focuses on creativity, innovation and enterprise to generate and apply new knowledge and skills in a range of professions and occupations. You will already have a solid education background but now find yourself dealing with more complex issues and demands. The Doctor of Professional Studies acknowledges your professional experience and leverages them to produce four research tasks followed by execution of a research project and preparation of a research thesis. which makes a significant original contribution to knowledge. The course is governed by the Research Higher Degree Course Rules, which provides details regarding all aspects of admission, progression, submission and examination of the thesis.”

Campus Information

Sydney

CQUniversity Sydney is located on Kent Street in the heart of the city. It is easily accessible being just a five-minute walk to Town Hall station. With over 3000 students, CQUniversity Sydney is one of the university’s largest campuses. On campus, there are many study areas filled with lots of natural light, making it very conducive for self-study and group work. You can enjoy the diverse and vibrant campus life or take a short stroll to downtown amenities and attractions such as Darling Harbour. Sydney is located around what many regard as the most beautiful harbour in the world. Framed by the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and the stunning Opera House, this natural wonder provides a spectacular backdrop to activities as varied as sailing, fishing and fine dining.

Melbourne

The campus is located at 120 Spencer Street adjacent to Southern Cross Station, and easily accessible by a number of tram routes. The student community is strong and inclusive, with friendly faculty and professional staff offering a supportive learning environment. Melbourne is one of Australia's most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities. It is a truly international city with world-renowned landmarks, high-fashion boutiques, cafe-filled laneways, film and food festivals, major sporting events, art exhibitions and performing arts productions.

Perth

With a brand new campus in the heart of the Perth CBD alongside regional study hubs, CQUniversity's expanded presence in WA means more choice to West Australians looking to study a tertiary qualification, as well as more support to our existing online education students. You can study a range of preparatory, bachelor and postgraduate courses designed specifically to meet industry demands unique to WA at our Perth campus, or choose from a huge range of preparatory (STEPS, TEP), TAFE and university courses available online via our renowned online study mode. As an online student based in WA, study where and how it suits you with access to services and facilities in Perth, Busselton, Broome, and Geraldton.

Rockhampton North

With its convenient central location and state of the art facilities, CQUniversity Rockhampton City (Former CQ TAFE) offers a wide range of study options from certificates and diplomas to undergraduate programs. If you have an interest in short courses in a range of areas including business, hospitality or beauty, or would like a more long term career pathway like a bachelor course, CQUniversity Rockhampton City (Former CQ TAFE) is an ideal place to study and advance your career.

Townsville

CQUniversity’s Townsville campus is located on the banks of the Ross Creek in the Townsville CBD and is home to over 1000 students. The campus is made up of two buildings – Building One established in NQ News House in 2015 and the new, purpose-built Building Two which opened in 2017. The campus boasts state of the art nursing and paramedic science labs, teaching spaces, study spaces and free parking.

Adelaide

Ranked as one of the most liveable cities in the world, Adelaide is noted for its many festivals, its food, wine and culture and its long beach fronts. In this city you will discover superb architecture, cultural boulevards, surrounding parklands and wide streets, being home to attractions such as the Adelaide Botanic Gardens, Zoo and North Terrace. CQUniversity Adelaide is situated to the south-west of the city within close proximity to the Adelaide Showgrounds, making it easily accessible to various forms of public transport. The Campus is home to The Appleton Institute, a multidisciplinary research hub. The institute specialises in research, teaching and community engagement in a wide range of areas including safety science, sleep and fatigue, human factors and safety management, applied psychology, human-animal interaction, and cultural anthropology.

Brisbane

CQUniversity Brisbane, located in the heart of the central business district, is a great place to study. The campus, refurbished in 2017, comprises nine floors of modern facilities and will offer you a fresh learning environment from which to pursue your academic interests. The campus is student-focused, with areas dedicated to student relaxation, providing a great space for you to relax and mingle with friends over lunch or catch-ups between classes.

Bundaberg

CQUniversity Bundaberg is located on a green, tree-studded 23-hectare site on Bundaberg's southern outskirts, adjacent to the airport and only six kilometres from the Bundaberg city centre. CQUniversity Bundaberg offers small class sizes, with very individually-focussed, high-quality educational service provision, across a wide range of university study courses. CQUniversity Bundaberg has a friendly, supportive atmosphere that caters for students of all ages. You can study on-campus or online from home. Prior learning and work experience are taken into consideration and CQUniversity also offers enabling courses to help you prepare for tertiary education.

Emerald

CQUniversity Emerald is located on the Capricorn Highway, 275 km west of Rockhampton, and is popular with students studying trade based apprenticeships, in addition to certificate, diploma, degree and research qualifications in business, education, health and agriculture. CQUniversity is a leader in online/distance study and prides itself on providing students with the flexibility to study their own way, it also realises the importance of staying connected with its students. CQUniversity Emerald gives students a place to seek support, form study groups, and access resources and technology, and also provides spaces for quiet study.

Gladstone Marina

The Gladstone area is a region of diversity - tourism, community and industry co-exist in harmony, retaining an agreeable lifestyle and environment balance. Home to over 62,000 people and best known for its strong industrial base, the Gladstone Region is one of the best-kept secrets in Queensland. Since merging with CQ TAFE on 1 July 2014, CQUniversity has become a more comprehensive university. As a result, CQUniversity now offers over 300 education and training options ranging from short courses, certificate and diplomas, to undergraduate, postgraduate and research higher degrees.

Mackay

Conveniently located on Sydney Street in the heart of the Mackay CBD, CQUniversity Mackay City (Former CQ TAFE) campus offers a wide range of study options from certificates and diplomas to undergraduate courses. Facilities available on the campus include, extended hours computer laboratories, training restaurant, a hair dressing salon, a beauty salon, gym, library and student common areas.

Noosa

90 Goodchap Street, Noosaville QLD 4566

Cairns

42-52 Abbott Street & Shields Street, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

Intakes

March
July
Nov

Application Processing Time in Days: 10

Application Process

COE

4 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

CQUniversity has one of the largest and fastest-growing footprints of any university in Australia. In 2014 the University merged with CQ TAFE, bringing together more than 175 years combined experience in the delivery of education and training, and establishing Queensland’s first dual sector, comprehensive university.

CQUni Careers also offers employers the opportunity to recruit CQUniversity students and graduates by promoting vacancies and connecting them through our employer and industry engagement events

Doctor of Professional Studies graduates aim for high level management positions that allow them to inform and influence within their chosen field of employment. A PhD is the highest academic degree that can be undertaken.

PSW Opportunity

2 /3 /4 Year Post Study Work Visa Opportunities

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

IELTS Academic: 6.5 with no individual band score of less than 6.0

TOEFL Internet-based: Overall score of 79 with no score less than 21

Pearson Test of English Academic: Overall score of 62 with no score less than 54

You may be considered for admission to the Doctor of Professional Studies course if you:

have been awarded a masters degree either by research or with a substantial element of research work within it, from a University or any other approved higher education institutions; or
have qualified for the award of a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline with first class or second class honours conferrred by a University or any other approved higher education institution; or
hold, from an institution of tertiary education, qualifications which are deemed by the Committee to be equivalent to either of the two points listed above.

Security Requirements
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Health Requirements
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Assumed Knowledge
The Doctor of Professional Studies is a program of research and study, undertaken independently and with guidance from two academic supervisors.

Central Queensland University (CQU)

Rockhampton , Queensland ,Australia

DOCTOR OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES (DIGITAL MEDIA, COMMUNICATION AND ARTS)