Doctor of Philosophy – Agricultural Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy – Agricultural Sciences
A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Agricultural Science helps you demonstrate academic leadership, increasing independence, creativity and innovation in your research work. MAKE A SIGNIFICANT AND ORIGINAL CONTRIBUTION By writing a sustained thesis of approximately 80,000 words under academic supervision, which examines a specific problem, issue or topic, you’ll make…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Agricultural Science helps you demonstrate academic leadership, increasing independence, creativity and innovation in your research work.
MAKE A SIGNIFICANT AND ORIGINAL CONTRIBUTION
By writing a sustained thesis of approximately 80,000 words under academic supervision, which examines a specific problem, issue or topic, you’ll make a significant and original contribution to an existing area of knowledge in your field of study.
SPECIALIST SUPPORT
While researching for your thesis, you will be able to access specialist support for graduate research degree students, including lectures and seminars, writing boot camps and workshops.
DEMONSTRATE A SIGNIFICANT COMMAND OF KNOWLEDGE IN YOUR CHOSEN FIELD
Undertake a substantial piece of original research, under academic supervision. Your PhD thesis will demonstrate authority in your chosen field and evidence of command of knowledge.
COMMUNICATE YOUR FINDINGS EFFECTIVELY
Show your ability to communicate research findings effectively in the professional arena and in an international context.
A PhD is an essential qualification for a research career in many areas of science. A PhD is also a ticket to international research opportunities. Many of our graduates go on to work as postdoctoral research scientists and then to careers in research and teaching in academia. Alternatively, they move into industry, where the technical and professional skills that come with completing a PhD are highly valued. Employers of PhD graduates include: Universities; International research institutions; Government departments; Consulting firms; Technical and professional skills. On completion of your PhD, you’ll have high-level knowledge and research skills in your chosen area of science. Additionally, you’ll have strong professional skills in: Critical thinking and problem-solving; Research planning, literature reviews and reporting on research; Scientific communication, both written and oral; Project management.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne enjoys an outstanding reputation with world rankings, consistently being placed as Australia’s leading comprehensive research-intensive university, and is one of the world’s top 50 (as per Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2015 – 2016 and Academic Ranking of World Universities 2015). There are over 80 different undergraduate study areas and over 270 graduate courses at Melbourne for students to choose from. The University has extensive global networks and has seven campus locations across Melbourne and rural Victoria.
