Doctor of Philosophy (Hosted by Creative Industries, Education and Social Justice Faculty) Queensland University of Technology

Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (Hosted by Creative Industries, Education and Social Justice Faculty) program from Queensland University of Technology adopt a project management approach, with higher degree research (HDR) candidates working closely with their supervisory team to meet collegially reviewed milestones. 

A PhD candidate’s research must reveal high critical ability and may be demonstrated in the form of new knowledge or significant and original adaptation, application and interpretation of existing knowledge. 

During candidature, the supervisor and other key stakeholders will provide advice and direction to the candidate to encourage their participation in a range of scholarly activities, including research seminars, workshops, teaching and publication. The length of the thesis varies according to the topic, but should normally be no longer than 100,000 words, excluding bibliography.

Highlights

• Make an original and substantial contribution to knowledge in a specific field or learning.

• Enhance your professional practice by focusing on your professional development.

• Be supported by accredited supervisors, many of whom are world-renowned academics.

• Complete a research proposal, develop a full course of study and present the research findings after completion of the thesis.

• Competitive scholarships available.

• Study full-time as either an internal or external student.

Possible careers

• Academic

• Artist

• Designer

• Educational researcher

• Educator

• Media Researcher