The PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) is Nursing's major research degree, and is administered by the Melbourne School of Graduate Research. As a PhD candidate you will undertake a substantial piece of original research under academic supervision.
The work submitted must satisfy the examiners that it makes a significant and new contribution to the discipline and communicates research findings effectively in the professional arena and in an international context. Supervision is normally through a supervisory panel with one principal supervisor.
The PhD degree in nursing is an entirely research-based degree assessed by thesis. Candidates must write a thesis of 80,000 to 100,000 words, which is examined externally.
Candidates are encouraged to complete methodological courses of study during their candidature to support the development of research and writing skills.
The normal period of candidature is three years for full-time candidates (6 years of part-time study) with the possibility of two, six-month extensions (or two 12 month extensions for part time candidates).
For further information, please contact Dr Monica Wehner, Student and Research Programs Manager or telephone +61 3 8344 9430.