Ph.D.- Arts
Course 101AA (2016)
Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2016.
Year and Campus: | 2016 - Parkville |
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CRICOS Code: | 056954J |
Fees Information: | Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date |
Level: | Research Higher Degree |
Duration & Credit Points: | Students are expected to complete this research in 3.00 years full time, or equivalent part time. |
Coordinator
Associate Professor Timothy Lynch
Associate Dean (Research Training)
Contact
For currently enrolled students:
- General information about enrolment:
http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/graduate-studies/research - Email: arts-research@unimelb.edu.au
- Location: Room 120, Old Arts (Building 149)
Hours: 10-12am and 2-4pm
For future students:
Course Overview: |
Please note that 101AA PhD - Arts program will no longer be accepting new applications as of the 1st January 2016, the program from 2016 will be offered as DR-PHILART Doctor of Philosophy - Arts. Please refer to the correct handbook entry for program information for commencing students from 2016.
The degree of Doctor of Philosophy signifies that the holder has undertaken a substantial piece of original research, which has been conducted and reported by the holder under proper academic supervision and in a research environment for a prescribed period.
The PhD thesis demonstrates authority in the candidate's field and shows evidence of command of knowledge in relevant fields. It shows that the candidate has a thorough grasp of the appropriate methodological techniques and an awareness of their limitations. The thesis also makes a distinct contribution to knowledge. Its contribution to knowledge rests on originality of approach and / or interpretation of the findings and, in some cases, the discovery of new facts. The thesis demonstrates an ability to communicate research findings effectively in the professional arena and in an international context. It is a careful, rigorous and sustained piece of work demonstrating that a research 'apprenticeship' is complete and the holder is admitted to the community of scholars in the discipline.
In scope, the PhD thesis differs from a research Masters thesis chiefly by its deeper and more comprehensive treatment of the chosen subject. It is written succinctly, in English, unless approval has been given for the thesis to be written in a language other than English. The normal length of a PhD thesis is 80,000 words, exclusive of words in tables, maps, bibliographies and appendices. Footnotes are included as part of the word limit. The thesis should not exceed 100,000 words (or equivalent) without special approval from the Research Higher Degrees Committee. |
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Learning Outcomes: |
Doctoral degrees at the University of Melbourne seek to develop graduates who demonstrate academic leadership, increasing independence, creativity and innovation in their research work. Students who complete the PhD Arts should have:
The University provides a variety of opportunities in addition to the supervised research program, to facilitate a students' acquisition of these attributes. |
Course Structure & Available Subjects: |
PhD thesis of 80,000 words. The award of the PhD is based solely on external examination of the PhD research thesis. Three compulsory coursework subjects (25 points in total) undertaken in the first year of probationary candidature:
Please note the following:
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Subject Options: | Arts PhD Research Workshop SubjectsOne Arts PhD Workshop taken over two consecutive semesters (12.5 points total)
Please note the following: All students are required to select one Arts PhD Workshop with approval from their supervisor (2 x 6.25 points = 12.5 points total). The Arts PhD Workshop is taken over two consecutive study periods:
Subject Study Period Commencement: Credit Points: Arts PhD Elective SubjectsAll students are required to select two Arts PhD elective subjects (2 x 6.25 points = 12.5 points total) Subject Study Period Commencement: Credit Points: |
Entry Requirements: |
1. In order to be considered for entry, applicants must have completed:
and
Meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection. 2. In selecting applicants, the selection committee will consider applicants’:
3. The selection committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Selection and Admission into Graduate Research Courses Policy. 4. Applicants are required to satisfy the University’s English language requirements for graduate courses. The minimum English language requirements for this course are: Band 7 |
Core Participation Requirements: |
All PhD candidates are required to complete the equivalent of at least 12 months full-time (24 months part-time) advanced study and research in the University unless studying at an outside institution approved by the Research Higher Degrees Committee (RHDC). The RHDC will not approve entirely distance supervision or entirely on-line supervision for research higher degree students.
It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability will impact on meeting the requirements of this course are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and the Disability Liaison Unit. |
Graduate Attributes: | None |
Links to further information: | http://www.gradresearch.unimelb.edu.au/ |
Notes: |
Application Procedure For information on application closing dates please see the Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences website at http://graduate.arts.unimelb.edu.au/research/admissions/deadlines.html Which scholarship can I apply for? |
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