Doctor of Philosophy, Fenner School of Environment and Society
Australian National University, Canberra, ACT, Australia
About this program
The Doctor of Philosophy, Fenner School of Environment and Society is a doctoral research program at the Australian National University in Canberra, taken over 4 years full-time (192 Units). Graduates are expected to critically analyse, synthesise and evaluate complex information in a specific area of the discipline relevant to their research. ANU is a research-intensive, Group of Eight university based in Australia's capital, and international students in this program study alongside a large Canberra-based policy, research and public-service community.
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Course structure
Study plan in 2 parts
- The Doctor of Philosophy requires completion of a research project that demonstrates a significant and original contribution to knowledge in the field of study. This includes the submission and successful examination of a thesis of up to 100
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- Completion of a standard program for a Doctor of Philosophy requires a minimum of 96 units and a maximum of 192 units of enrolment in the research component
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Admissions
At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry. Admission to a Doctor of Philosophy is also subject to supervisory capacity, availability of appropriate infrastructure and resources, and approval from the relevant Delegated Authority within the Academic College. Applicants must: 1. Present a relevant Bachelor Honours degree or international equivalent With a minimum grade of Second Class Honours, Upper (H2A); or an equivalent combination of qualifications, research publications and/or professional experience related to the field of study. 2. Have the written approval of an identified supervisor for the research project/thesis. 3. Provide: A detailed research proposal outlining your intended research, (applicants should seek guidance from the potential supervisor regarding length and content); Original evidence of all relevant academic qualifications and graduation documentation (with English translation as appropriate); An up-to-date CV including academic qualifications, work experience and research publications; At least two academic referee reports. 4. All applicants must meet the University’s English Language Admission Requirements for Students
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