UTS course code: C02001
Testamur title: Doctor of Philosophy
Abbreviation: PhD
Course fee: see note (local); $7,800 per semester (international)

The PhD is a University-wide degree which involves an intense period of supervised study and research, culminating in the submission of a thesis. The degree is awarded to candidates who, through original investigation, make a distinct and significant contribution to knowledge in their field of specialisation.

To qualify for admission to a Doctoral degree program, applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree with First Class Honours, Division 1, and experience in research or a research Master's degree from UTS, or equivalent.

The PhD applicant's proposed area of research should be within one of the disciplinary and supervisory areas of the Faculty. Applicants may wish to discuss in detail their proposals with the Associate Dean, Research, or nominee.

In submitting an application, applicants should include an outline of their research proposal, detailing the aims, objectives, methodology and required resources/facilities.

During the period of enrolment, candidates are supervised by appropriate academic staff members appointed by the Faculty. Candidates are required to present papers on their thesis topic at Faculty postgraduate seminars annually. Candidates are also invited to participate in other research activities occurring in the Faculty.

Note: Research degrees are offered on a sponsored, scholarship, faculty part-sponsored, or full-fee-paying basis. Students should contact the Faculty or the University Graduate School for further details. There are, however, students service fees to be paid (see Fees and costs).