Doctor of Philosophy – Urban and Regional Planning
Doctor of Philosophy – Urban and Regional Planning
Doctoral Degrees prepares students to acquire a systematic and critical understanding of a complex field of learning and specialised research skills to advance learning and/or professional practice corresponding to AQF level 10 qualifications. Why research at Curtin Curtin is widely recognised for applied research firmly focused on solving real-world problems….
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Doctoral Degrees prepares students to acquire a systematic and critical understanding of a complex field of learning and specialised research skills to advance learning and/or professional practice corresponding to AQF level 10 qualifications.
Why research at Curtin
Curtin is widely recognised for applied research firmly focused on solving real-world problems. Underpinning our research endeavours are strong partnerships with industry, business and government, which result in outcomes that greatly benefit the broader community locally, nationally and globally. Our international reputation for being a strong partner in industry-driven research ensures our graduates enjoy outstanding opportunities to become innovators in their fields.
What you’ll learn
- Demonstrate expert understanding of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on that knowledge and their practice;
- Think critically, evaluate existing knowledge and ideas, undertake systematic investigation and reflect on theory and practice to generate original knowledge;
- Apply expert creative, technical and professional skills to the field of work or learning;
- Explain and critique theoretical propositions, methodologies and conclusions;
- Present a complex investigation of originality or original research for external examination against international standards;
- Communicate complex research concepts, plans and outcomes to the general community, peers and the national and international research community;
- Design, implement, analyse, theorise and communicate research that makes a significant and original contribution to knowledge and/or professional practice;
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for Doctor of Philosophy must have completed a master by research degree or bachelor degree with first or upper second class honours. Applicants who have only completed a Bachelor pass degree may also be considered if they can demonstrate superior academic achievement, significant research or work experience, and the capacity to undertake significant research.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) – Writing: 7.0, Speaking: 6.0, Reading: 7.0, Listening: 6.5, Overall band score 6.5; TOEFL Score: 79 (overall); Reading 13; Listening 13; Speaking 18; Writing 21; Pearson Test of English – Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking – 50; Overall band score 58; TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and PBT (Paper Based Test) – 570 and 4.5 in TWE; C1 Advanced Formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 176 with 169 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. C2 Proficiency Formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) 190 with 176 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Curtin University is Western Australia’s largest and most culturally diverse university with Australia’s third largest international student population. Around 60,000 students from more than 130 countries study a Curtin degree, at locations including Perth, Margaret River, Kalgoorlie, Sydney, Malaysia and Singapore. Our cultural diversity adds a rich and valuable dimension to the campus atmosphere, preparing all graduates to live and work effectively in an increasingly global environment. We offer a range of industry-aligned undergraduate and postgraduate courses in business, humanities, health, engineering and related sciences. We also have a long-standing focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education and culture, supported by our Centre for Aboriginal Studies.Curtin is widely recognised for its practical research that is focused on solving timely, real-world problems. In recent years our research activity has grown significantly, driving our rapid rise up the international university rankings.As a university that never settles, we will continue to develop existing partnerships and establish new ones in areas relevant to our research and teaching.
