Doctor of PHilosophy (PHD)
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is the major research degree offered by the University of Melbourne and may be undertaken as a supervised research program in social theory. Social theory students are advised to enrol for a masters degree in the first instance and apply to transfer later to PhD candidature. The PhD regulations make provision for such transfers, allowing credit for the period of enrolment as a masters student. Prospective students need to discuss the different possibilities, as well as their area of study, with the staff of the Ashworth Program for Social Theory, prior to enrolment.
Staff provide research expertise as outlined in this publication, and share a commitment to effective supervision and research training. Enquiries relating to supervision and other academic matters should be directed to the Ashworth Program, School of Social and Environmental Enquiry. The PhD Handbook and application forms can be obtained from the School of Graduate Studies or, in the case of international students, from the Faculty of Arts office.
Coordinator: Dr John Rundell
Duration: 3 years full-time / 6 years part-time
Entry requirement:
The minimum entry requirement is:
. a four year Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree with a research component or equivalent with a final result of at least H2A (75%) from an approved institution which normally includes considerable work in social theory.
Preliminary research proposal:
Before proceeding to make a formal application, applicants for the Doctor of Philosophy are required to prepare a preliminary research proposal of at least 600 words. This information is needed to determine whether the University of Melbourne can provide the supervision and the resources to facilitate the proposed field of research.
Academic activities:
One of the aims of the PhD program is to provide students with experience in a variety of academic activities by encouraging conference presentations and attendance at University and School training sessions. The PhD program also supports teaching, tutoring and publishing opportunities where possible.