C02057v1 Doctor of Philosophy
Award(s): Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)CRICOS code: 085405J
Course EFTSL: 4
Location: Moore Park
Overview
Career options
Admission requirements
Course duration and attendance
Course completion requirements
Other information
Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy is a research degree requiring an original and significant contribution to knowledge in a defined field of study. It is the traditional path for those wishing to assume leadership positions in research and industry.
This course assists students to complete original research that contributes to knowledge in the sport and exercise sciences with an international context. A student may construct their thesis by way of a series of related prospective publications during the course of their candidacy. Research at UTS takes place in a dynamic and outcomes-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 an integral part of the research culture, working closely with academic staff and industry partners.
Career options
This degree prepares sport and exercise scientists 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 27; or AE6: Pass; or PTE: 65-72 overall with a writing score of 65; or C1A/C2P: 185-190 overall with a writing score of 185.
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.
All research students are expected to attend the twice-yearly Research Student Forums and are required to present a seminar during these weeks, twice a year for full-time students and once a year for part-time students.
Course completion requirements
| 93007 PhD Thesis: Sport and Exercise |
Other information
Further information is available from:
Research administration officer
telephone +61 2 9514 4834
email health.research.students@uts.edu.au
and from the UTS Graduate Research School: