Doctor of Philosophy (Design)
Overview
The Faculty of Design offers a Doctor of Philosophy (Design). The policy for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Design) sets out the regulations governing this qualification.
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| Duration | 48 Month/s | ||
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| Course code | DS001 | ||
| CRICOS code | 064191C | ||
| Fees* | A$23,250 (annual for 2013)* |
*The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students studying on-campus in Australia for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.
Course in detail
Course description
The Faculty of Design offers a Doctor of Philosophy (Design). The policy for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Design) sets out the regulations governing this qualification.
Course structure
The candidate’s research program must be such as to ensure the likelihood of completion of a thesis within the specified time. Candidates normally undertake the research at Swinburne for the appropriate duration and (especially part-time candidates) must be able to demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Faculty of Design Research Committee and the Higher Degrees Committee that they have made satisfactory arrangements with their supervisors to discuss progress.
All candidates are expected to demonstrate satisfactory progress on an annual basis. To be assessed for a Doctor of Philosophy (Design), candidates must present a thesis that may conclude a designed outcome.
Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time.
Graduate outcomes
Aims and objectives
The Doctor of Philosophy program has the objective of training students in research. Graduates will demonstrate a capacity to design, conduct and report sustained and original research. While the research is conducted under a supervisor students are expected to demonstrate the ability to work independently.
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
Admission to the Doctor of Philosophy is not restricted to those with a design background. Applicants from any academic area are welcome.
Applicants must have completed at least four years (or equivalent) of tertiary education studies at a high level of achievement. For example:
• a four year degree (eg: engineering, information technology, education etc.);
• a three year degree and an Honours year;
• a three year degree and one year of a Masters by coursework;
• a three year course and one year of a Masters preliminary or other qualifying program; or
• a three year degree and a postgraduate diploma
• IELTS (Academic Module) of 6.5 with no band below 6.0. Refer English Language Requirements website for details.
If you are already studying a Masters degree and wish to convert to a PhD, you will only be considered for a scholarship for a PhD program after advice from the Department of Education, Science and Training (DEST.)
Please visit the Guidelines on Application at the Swinburne Research website for more detailed information at http://www.swin.edu.au/research/postgrad.htm
Applicants must have completed at least four years (or equivalent) of tertiary education studies at a high level of achievement. For example:
• a four year degree (eg: engineering, information technology, education etc.);
• a three year degree and an Honours year;
• a three year degree and one year of a Masters by coursework;
• a three year course and one year of a Masters preliminary or other qualifying program; or
• a three year degree and a postgraduate diploma
• IELTS (Academic Module) of 6.5 with no band below 6.0. Refer English Language Requirements website for details.
If you are already studying a Masters degree and wish to convert to a PhD, you will only be considered for a scholarship for a PhD program after advice from the Department of Education, Science and Training (DEST.)
Please visit the Guidelines on Application at the Swinburne Research website for more detailed information at http://www.swin.edu.au/research/postgrad.htm
English language requirements
Swinburne College English for Academic Purposes Certificate: EAP 5 Advanced: 70%; OR, obtaining a minimum IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0; OR, a TOEFL (Paper-based) minimum score of 550 (with Test of Written English (TWE) score of 5); OR, a TOEFL (Internet-based) minimum score of 79, with no individual band below 18. Refer to the English Language Requirements website for further information.
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Course fees*
A$23,250 (annual for 2013)*The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students studying on-campus in Australia for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.
Scholarships
A range of scholarships are available to international students, visit our Scholarship Page for details.
Find out more
Enquire online: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: international@swinburne.edu.au
Phone:
+613 8676 7002 (outside Australia)
Freecall 1800 897 973 (within Australia)
