C02056v1 Doctor of Philosophy
Award(s): Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)CRICOS code: 074603E
Course EFTSL: 4
Location: City campus
Overview
Career options
Admission requirements
Course duration and attendance
Course completion requirements
Other information
Overview
This is a research degree requiring an original and significant contribution to knowledge. It is the traditional path for those wishing to assume leadership positions in research. It requires students to undertake a large research project under academic supervision.
This course assists students to complete original research that contributes to knowledge in their field within an international context. Research at UTS takes place in a dynamic and outcome-oriented environment. The University attracts students who want to develop their knowledge and expertise within a professional and stimulating framework. When students enrol, they become part of a lively and vigorous research culture, working closely with academic staff and professionals from the pharmacy and healthcare industries.
Career options
This degree prepares candidates for leadership positions in teaching, management and research. Opportunities are not limited to Australia and there is the possibility of developing a career on an international level.
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised master's by research or bachelor's degree with first or second class honours (division 1), or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate research studies.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 7.0 overall with a writing score of 7.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 584-609 overall with TWE of 5.0, internet based: 94-101 overall with a writing score of 23; or PTE: 65-72; or CAE: 67-73
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Course duration and attendance
The maximum course duration is four years of full-time or eight years of part-time study. Students can complete the course in less than the maximum time.
Course completion requirements
| 95589 PhD Thesis: Pharmacy |
Other information
For further information, contact UTS: Pharmacy:
