Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Humanities

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.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. A PhD can be pursued full-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. Research focus is on Digital communications and sociocultural studies; Psychology, well-being, and public health; Sustainable development and environmental health; Education, technology, and organisational innovation.

To be eligible for admission to a Doctor by Philosophy (By Research) program, you must meet at least one of the following criteria: Graduated with or qualified for the award of the degree of Bachelor with First Class Honours or Upper Second Class Honours* (CGPA≥ 3.5) in the field or related fields within Curtin University which includes the completion of a supervised research dissertation project carrying the equivalent credit of at least 25 percent of an annual full-time load; *Candidate having Upper Second-Class Honours can be considered for a direct Doctoral entry upon demonstration of research competencies as verified and deemed by the Academic Board at Curtin Malaysia), or, Graduated with or qualified for the award of the degree of Master of Philosophy or Master of Research in the field or related fields within Curtin University which includes the completion of a publically available thesis, or, Graduated with or qualified for the award of the degree Master by Coursework in the field or related fields within Curtin University, and the completion of a research dissertation project carrying the equivalent credit of at least 25 percent of an annual full-time load and which has been awarded an assessed result at or above distinction level, or, Graduated with or qualified for the award of the degree Master by Coursework at or above distinction level in the field or related fields within Curtin University, and the completion of substantive and relevant research experience which can be evidenced in at least one of the following forms: (1) substantial scholarly papers as sole or primary author, appearing in recognised academic journals or in volumes published by recognised academic publishers; (2) published research reports prepared for industry, government or business, which adhere to the broad conventions of academic publishing and which identify the applicant as sole or primary author; (3) a portfolio of creative work with a published critical discussion of that work, which demonstrates the applicant’s development of a scholarly approach to creative work as research investigation, for which the application is identified as sole or primary author, or, Obtained qualifications from another institution which are recognised by tertiary admission authorities in Australia and which are deemed to be equivalent to any of the above four criteria. Candidates without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the University.