{"id":898,"date":"2023-03-09T03:12:54","date_gmt":"2023-03-09T03:12:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/curtin.edu.my\/study\/postgraduate\/master-of-philosophy-by-research\/"},"modified":"2026-03-30T06:28:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T06:28:29","slug":"doctor-of-philosophy-by-research","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/curtin.edu.my\/study\/postgraduate\/doctor-of-philosophy-by-research\/","title":{"rendered":"Doctor of Philosophy (By Research)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kadence-column898_e9ff77-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column898_e9ff77-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column898_e9ff77-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column898_e9ff77-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column898_e9ff77-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column898_e9ff77-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column898_e9ff77-a1{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column898_e9ff77-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column898_e9ff77-a1 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column898_e9ff77-a1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is designed to give you a systematic and critical understanding of complex fields, along with specialised research skills. This degree, aligns with the Australian Qualifications Framework Level 10 criteria and normally requires at least three years of supervised research. As a PhD candidate, you will be expected to contribute to global scholarship via high quality publications in reputable academic journals with new knowledge through the discovery of facts, the formulation of new theories, or innovative reinterpretations of existing data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Curtin University is widely recognised for applied research focused on solving real-world problems. Strong collaborations with industry, business, and government ensure your work has meaningful outcomes for local and global communities. Our industry-driven approach enhances our international reputation, providing outstanding opportunities for you to become a leader and innovator in your field. Depending on your research project and supervisory arrangements, you may have the flexibility to split your research between Curtin Malaysia and Curtin Perth, receiving optimal support throughout your studies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A PhD can be pursued either full-time or part-time, with a minimum duration of two years and a maximum of four years of equivalent full-time study. The time limits are adjusted for approved periods of leave of absence. For international onshore students on student visas, the registered full-time duration is four years. Research Training Scheme places may be available, along with fee-paying places.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Programs: <\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Faculty of Engineering and Science: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Doctor of Philosophy (R2\/0710\/8\/0008)(07\/26)(MQA\/SWA0038)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Faculty of Business:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Doctor of Philosophy (R3\/0410\/8\/0011)(11\/31)(MQA\/SWA0407)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Faculty of Humanities and Health Sciences:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Doctor of Philosophy (R\/0310\/8\/0014)(09\/33)(MQA\/SWA12415)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why research at Curtin?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Curtin is known for its applied research that tackles real-world problems, ensuring your work has a meaningful impact.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ll benefit from strong partnerships with industry, business, and government, resulting in outcomes that support local, national, and global communities.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Our international reputation for industry-driven research opens doors for you to become a leader and innovator in your field.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As a PhD candidate, you&#8217;ll have access to the Research Engagement Grant to support conferences, fieldwork, or mobility, and the Research Dissemination Grant for thesis proofreading, publication, and creative production.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upon graduation, you may be eligible for professional recognition and membership in relevant professional organisations, enhancing your career prospects.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<section\n                class=\"block accordions\" role=\"complementary\"\n        aria-label=\"Accordion\"\n        data-segment=\"all\">\n\n        \n\n    <div class=\"accordions__container\">\n                    <div class=\"accordion\">\n            <button class=\"accordion__heading accordion__toggle\" aria-controls=\"entry-requirements\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Entry requirements<span class=\"ico ico-chevron-fat ico--deep-blue\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M10.91 30.41l-2.82-2.82L19.67 16 8.09 4.41l2.82-2.82L25.33 16 10.91 30.41z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content content\" id=\"entry-requirements\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <p>Candidates must have graduated with or qualified for the award of the degree of master within the University which requires the completion of a publicly available thesis or research project to an acceptable standard;<\/p>\n<p>graduated with or qualified for the award of the degree of bachelor with first class honours or upper second class honours within the University; or<\/p>\n<p>(i) graduated with a bachelor degree and completed a postgraduate diploma or its equivalent, or completed a master degree by coursework, with, in both cases, a course-weighted average of not less than seventy percent within the University; and<\/p>\n<p>(ii) demonstrated the capacity to undertake significant research;<\/p>\n<p>or obtained qualifications from another institution which are recognised by tertiary admission authorities in Australia and which are deemed to be equivalent to, or a satisfactory substitute for, any of the qualifications prescribed above;<\/p>\n<p>or enrolled in a research master degree for the equivalent of at least one semester full-time, and shown exceptional ability in conducting the early stages of the research project, which is clearly capable of being extended and converted to doctoral level. This requires the approval of the Faculty Graduate Studies Committee.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>                    <div class=\"accordion\">\n            <button class=\"accordion__heading accordion__toggle\" aria-controls=\"how-to-apply\" aria-expanded=\"false\">How to apply <span class=\"ico ico-chevron-fat ico--deep-blue\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\"><path d=\"M10.91 30.41l-2.82-2.82L19.67 16 8.09 4.41l2.82-2.82L25.33 16 10.91 30.41z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content content\" id=\"how-to-apply\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <p>Review the requirements and prepare your documents before you begin. 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