The Doctor of Philosophy involves a three year full-time (or part-time equivalent) research program which culminates in the submission of a thesis.  This doctoral course will further extend the research expertise and clinical knowledge of a health professional who has mastered the skills and professional requirements of a particular practice setting. 

The minimum admission requirement is a masters degree or an honours degree (First Class or Upper Second Class) or the equivalent in a relevant field from a recognised university.

International applicants must provide evidence of an IELTS score of at least 7 in each band

Studies will be undertaken by research and thesis presentation.  Students may be required to undertake coursework specified by the supervisory panel. Candidates should be available for consultation with the supervisory team appointed.  Students seeking to conduct research on an external basis will be required to reach agreement with the University on arrangements for supervision.

Each semester, students enrol into the research thesis unit: NUR7200 at 50 or 100% of full-time enrolment.

Students are required to continue re-enrolling in the thesis component of their study until the thesis is submitted for examination.

Doctoral candidates will normally complete no less than two years and no more than four years of full-time equivalent study by the time their thesis is submitted for examination.