This Doctor of Philosophy course sees candidates working with a This Doctor of Philosophy course sees candidates working with a Principal Supervisor, appointed by the Research Higher Degrees Sub Committee, with the approval of the School.
A minimum of three years and a maximum of four years (full-time equivalent), this degree is awarded on the basis of an externally examined thesis of no less than 20,000 words, plus a studio portfolio examined by exhibition.
Doctor of Philosophy
Duration3 year(s)
Tuition FeeAUD 29,500 / Year
Doctor of Philosophy
About
Requirements
Entry Requirements
To qualify for admission as a candidate to a Higher Degree by Research course, applicants must:
- possess a degree that is the equivalent to an AQF Bachelor degree with Honours with first class or second class, first division, for entry to a PhD or at least third class honours for entry to a Masters by Research, or
- possess a Masters degree with a relevant research component that is equivalent to a Masters degree from Federation University and an equivalent result as outlined above, or
- submit other evidence of relevant qualifications and experience, or research experience, to confirm that the applicant possesses a level of relevant research experience and capacity equivalent to an award in either point above, and atisfy such additional requirements for admission to a PhD candidature, if any, as may be prescribed by the Graduate Research School Board.
English language requirements
Academic IELTS of 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0; or equivalent
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 92
English Program Requirements
Federation University accepts a variety of English language tests as proof of English proficiency. English proficiency assessment should be made using an external English test (Academic IELTS or equivalent) with the results determining whether the student can enter into our programs directly or via an appropriate English program.
From 1 July 2016 direct entry without an external English test will be only permitted when student meets the English exemption requirements described on the Federation English language requirements page as per the Simplified Student Visa Framework’s English requirements.
Career
Career opportunities are available within the Visual Arts industry sector as professionals in the chosen field of expertise. Additionally, related fields such as public and commercial gallery curating, teaching and arts administration may also be available.
A PhD is a transferrable qualification that has application (depending on the nature of the research) to government, industry, commerce and independent research centre employment.
Fee Information
Application Fee 25
How to Apply
Application cut-off dates vary depending on whether you are onshore or offshore, and which intake you are applying for. For more information, please refer to our cut-off dates. We recommend you apply as early as possible to allow adequate time for processing. Lodging your application FedUni has introduced a new online application centre called StudyLink. International students should submit applications through StudyLink. If you have any questions, please refer to our Frequently asked questions page or contact us Please note: students applying from India, Nepal,Pakistan,Lebanon, Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda and Ghana must apply through an Agent. Direct applications from these countries will not be processed. Application fee Students who apply via StudyLink will attract a $25 application fee. The application fee is not refundable under any circumstances and must be paid upfront for your application to be processed. The online application fee can be waived if you: have an eVoucher from an education expo are an existing FedUni student applying to change programs are sponsored by the government of your home country or another foreign country are sponsored by an Australian Federal, State or Territory government are sponsored by a gazetted organisation (Rotary International, Red Cross, Ford Foundation) or other acceptable non-profit organisation apply through an Authorised FedUni Agent Credit transfer and recognition of prior learning We welcome students from other recognised institutions and will offer advanced standing or credit for units passed (with satisfactory grades) where those units are deemed equivalent in content and standard to those offered at FedUni. The transfer of credit will allow you to undertake fewer units, thereby reducing the overall number of units needed for your FedUni qualification. To apply for credit transfer for previous studies, you must: Upload certified copies of all your official transcripts or results from your previous studies, plus copies of the subject syllabuses and grading system with your application. Formally request credit transfer when you apply. Eligibility for credit can only be assessed when full documentation has been provided. Credit must be approved in writing before you enrol, otherwise, you may not receive the credit. Applicants should not send original documents, as they will not be returned. Please note: Documents that are not in English need to be officially translated and submitted along with the copies in the original language. Supporting documents must be issued by the relevant educational institution, and properly certified as genuine copies.
Doctor of Philosophy
Federation University Australia
Australia, Brisbane