Program Overview

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Introduction to the Doctor of Philosophy (Arts) Program

The Doctor of Philosophy produces graduates capable of successfully completing research which results in a significant and original contribution to knowledge. The Doctor of Philosophy course aims to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for the conduct of individual research at a level that will make a distinct contribution to the knowledge base of the sciences.

Program Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy offers candidates the opportunity for advanced, critical reflection and research at a level that is going to contribute to the knowledge base of their discipline. As a research-based professional doctorate, the Doctor of Philosophy produces better-informed, skilled, and reflective professional practitioners and, in doing so, equips professionals for diverse and changing work contexts by offering the development of skills and knowledge that will have enduring benefits.

Course Structure

The course includes the following awards:

• Doctor of Philosophy (1901AA)
  • Distance Education - Uni Wide
  • On Campus - Uni Wide
• Doctor of Philosophy (Psychology) (1901PY)
  • Distance Education - Uni Wide
  • On Campus - Uni Wide
• Doctor of Philosophy (By Publication) (1905AA)
• Doctor of Philosophy (Extended) (1905AA)
  • Distance Education - Uni Wide
  • On Campus - Uni Wide

Availability and Duration

Availability is subject to change, please verify prior to enrolment. The normal course duration for the Doctor of Philosophy (Arts) is:

• Full-time: 3.0 years (6.0 sessions)
• Part-time: 6.0 years (12.0 sessions)

For normal candidature:

• Normal Duration: 3.0
• Full-time: 3 years minimum/4 years maximum
• Part-time: 3 years minimum/8 years maximum

For candidates with Master by research qualification:

• Normal Duration: 2.0
• Full-time: 2 years minimum/4 years maximum
• Part-time: 2 years minimum/8 years maximum

For candidates with Publication:

• Normal Duration: 0.5
• Full-time: 6 months minimum/1 year maximum
• Part-time: 12 months minimum/2 years maximum

Admission Criteria

The entry qualifications required for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy program in the Faculty of Arts are:

• A relevant Bachelor degree at Honours Class 1 or Honours Class 2 Division 1
• A relevant Master by Research
• Enrolled in a Charles Sturt University Master by Research program and has demonstrated exceptional ability in the conduct of a research project which is clearly capable of being extended to a doctoral level
• A relevant coursework Master's degree with evidence of research at a Distinction level or above
• Other qualifications acceptable to the Faculty of Arts and the Research Advisory Committee

Admission Criteria for PhD by Publication

An applicant for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy by Publication shall meet the requirements specified below. Admission to candidature will be subject to external assessment. A candidate is expected to be an experienced researcher with a significant refereed publication record of doctoral standard.

Credit and Graduation Requirements

To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 192 points. There is no credit available under the CSU Credit Policy for this program.

Research Areas and Enrolment Pattern

Priority research areas of the Faculty for a Doctor of Philosophy by research and thesis are:

• Australian literature
• Rural social studies
• Australian history
• Communication and culture
• Justice studies and police studies
• Ethics and social philosophy
• Psychology
• Social work
• Social administration and policy
• Theological and biblical studies
• Fine art and drama

In consultation with the Associate Dean and supervisor, each student will be allocated one of the following research subject codes, in which the student will enrol for the period of his or her candidature:

• ART701/ART702 Doctoral Research (Arts)
• COM701/COM702 Doctoral Research (Communication)
• HSS701/HSS702 Doctoral Research (Humanities and Social Sciences)
• PSY701/PSY702 Doctoral Research (Psychology)
• THL701/THL702 Doctoral Research (Theology)

No enrolment pattern is specified. Students are advised to contact the Associate Dean Higher Degree Research or Coordinator for relevant information.