The Doctor of Philosophy is the University's research award and is the standard pre-requisite for a career in research or academia, A PhD comprises an independent, supervised research project mutually agreed upon by the student, their supervisors and the Head of School. The PhD requires the development and implementation of a rigorous research plan, based on a competitive understanding of the relevant literature and the need for answers to questions posed in that literature as a result of new theory. Students will need to successfully achieve candidacy within the subscribed time period (6 months) as a first stage of the program. They will also be required to enrol in and pass an initial proposal preparation coursework unit and other units as indicated at enrolment.
Why research at Curtin
Curtin is widely recognised for applied research firmly focused on solving real-world problems. Underpinning our research endeavours are strong partnerships with industry, business and government, which result in outcomes that greatly benefit the broader community locally, nationally and globally. Our international reputation for being a strong partner in industry-driven research ensures our graduates enjoy outstanding opportunities to become innovators in their fields.
What you'll learn
Demonstrate expert understanding of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on that knowledge and their practice
Think critically, evaluate existing knowledge and ideas, undertake systematic investigation and reflect on theory and practice to generate original knowledge
Apply expert creative, technical and professional skills to the field of work or learning
Explain and critique theoretical propositions, methodologies and conclusions
Present a complex investigation of originality or original research for external examination against international standards
Communicate complex research concepts, plans and outcomes to the general community, peers and the national and international research community
Design, implement, analyse, theorise and communicate research that makes a significant and original contribution to knowledge and/or professional practice
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February 2025
Bentley Campus
Kent Street,
BENTLEY,
Western Australia,
6102, PERTH, Australia
To be eligible for entry to our research courses, you need to have achieved the following:
A minimum of four years’ previous study in a tertiary institution.
Meet the eligibility criteria of the Graduate Studies Committee for the proposed enrolling area/s.
Confirmation from the head of your enrolling area that the necessary supervision and facilities can be adequately provided to support your research.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking - 6.5; Overall band score 6.5; TOEFL Score: 79 (overall); Reading 13; Listening 13; Speaking 18; Writing 21; Pearson Test of English - Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking - 50; Overall band score 58; TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and PBT (Paper Based Test) - 570 and 4.5 in TWE; C1 Advanced Formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) 176 with 169 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. C2 Proficiency Formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) 190 with 176 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Curtin is ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide in the Academic Ranking of World Universities 2019.
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