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PLN7200 Doctor of Philosophy Thesis
SCHOOL OF LAW AND JUSTICE
Credit Points: 0
 
Description:

The Doctor of Philosophy is a research degree comprising a study program of two to three years full-time, or four to six years part-time involving research culminating in the submission of a thesis.  The thesis should make a significant and original contribution to the area of study.  The purpose of the degree is to train students in the use of research methodology and techniques and in a critical evaluation appropriate to their field of study. By the end of their candidature the student should be capable of conceiving, designing, implementing and evaluating a research based study that is equivalent to a standard that is internationally recognised in the relevant discipline or disciplines. The thesis should also be consistent with the requirements outlined in Edith Cowan University's Doctoral and Masters by Research Handbook.  The areas of research specialisation may include urban and regional planning, statutory planning, strategic planning, environmental planning, community planning, planning law and governance or project development.



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L31Doctor of Philosophy
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 15/03/2014 VET: 14/05/2014