Professional Doctorate (Research)

A person may be considered for direct entry admission to study for the degree of Professional Doctorate (Research) if they have been awarded from the University or other approved institution:

a) a relevant three or four-year Bachelor’s degree with a distinction average GPA; or
b) a relevant Honours degree; or
c) a relevant Master’s degree by coursework with a credit average GPA.

AND

Seven years’ practice at an advanced level in a position of responsibility or five years practice at an executive level and currently in a position of influence in the chosen profession,

OR

An extensive track record of executive achievement in the workplace or in professional practice. 
Applicants with work and life experience 

Students without an Master's degree may pathway to the Professional Doctorate (Research) with RPL based on:

Seven years' practice at an advanced level in a position of responsibility or five years practice at an executive level and currently in a position of influence in the chosen profession;

OR

An extensive track record of executive achievement in the workplace or in professional practice;

AND

A discipline-specific portfolio based on competency-based learning and non-formal learning;

AND

A letter of recommendation from two most recent employers.