The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a program of supervised research and study leading to the submission of a thesis which makes a significant original contribution to knowledge.

The program is governed by the Rules for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy which provides details regarding all aspects of admission, progression, submission and examination of the thesis.  Consultation with the Associate Dean (Research) in the appropriate faculty will assist applicants to determine eligibility for admission, to identify the proposed areas of research and to ascertain the availability of suitable supervisors.

To complete the program, a candidate will normally study for an expected period of 3 years (full-time) or 6 years (part-time).  New applicants may apply at any time of the year and continuing candidates will be re-enrolled at the beginning of each academic year.  The courses in which PhD candidates enrol are ungraded.

Discipline-specific course codes are allocated according to the faculty and discipline in which the candidate is undertaking their research.  Within each course code, provision is made to identify the mode of attendance as full-time, or part-time.  Mode of attendance shall be determined at admission or re-enrolment.

Candidates who may be required to complete prescribed courses will be enrolled in a separate program (CP20).

Areas of study:

• Studies in Human Society
• Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
• Behavioural Sciences
• Biological Sciences 
• Chemical Sciences
• Earth Sciences
• Fisheries Studies
• Human Movement
• Medical Studies
• Nursing 
• Pharmacy
• Pharmacology
• Philosophy and Religious Studies
• Physics and Astronomy
• Political Science and Policy Studies
• Psychology
• Public Health
• Sociology
• Vetinary Studies
• Aerospace Engineering and Technology
• Building
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology
• Environmental Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Technology
• Engineering Technology
• Process and Resource Engineering