PhD – Doctor of Philosophy (Business)
PhD – Doctor of Philosophy (Business)
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a thesis-based research degree. You will work with a supervisor from the academic staff to develop an appropriate research topic within the focus areas for the School. The PhD program is individually designed and built around the methodological requirements of the research and the…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a thesis-based research degree. You will work with a supervisor from the academic staff to develop an appropriate research topic within the focus areas for the School. The PhD program is individually designed and built around the methodological requirements of the research and the nature of the topic to be investigated, taking into account the background of the candidate. Your thesis is expected to be a systematic, written presentation of the results of study, investigation and research, making a substantial and original contribution to the body of knowledge in the subject of the research. Online study option is also available.
REQUIREMENTS
The following criteria are required for a student to be admitted to the PhD program:
Completion of a research Masters Degree (by research or course work and thesis), appropriate to the professional field of the applicant (or equivalent) at a high level of achievement; or
A Bachelor’s degree with Honours (Class 1 or Class 2A Honours level or equivalent); or
In exceptional circumstance, an equivalent academic or professional background that is considered by the Dean of the School and the PVC-R to be an appropriate preparation for independent study and research at a doctoral level.
IELTS (Academic) – 7.0 overall, with no score lower than 7.0 in writing and no other individual band score lower than 6.5; CAE/CPE – 185 overall, with no score lower than 185 in writing and no other band score lower than 176; PTE Academic – 68 overall, with no score lower than 68 in writing and no other band score lower than 58; TOEFL (iBT) – 94 overall, with no score lower than 27 in writing and no other individual band score lower than 20.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Notre Dame Australia is a leading institution in Australia. It offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in arts & sciences, business, philosophy & theology, education, law, nursing & midwifery, physiotherapy, medicine and health sciences. The University has campuses in Sydney, Perth and Broome. It also has seven additional Clinical Schools in New South Wales and Victoria, which are part of its School of Medicine. The institution has one of the highest graduate employment rates in the country. During their time studying, students are offered individual career support, covering everything from CV writing to brushing up on their interview skills.
