Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd) In Business

Swinburne University of Technology

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Doctoral Degrees

Qualification

3 Years

Course duration

6/30/2025

Start Date

US$24515

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The Doctor of Philosophy is part of a combined set of programs that offer students a pathway into a higher degree by research from an undergraduate degree. As a Doctor of Philosophy candidate you will undertake supervised research with the aim of making a significant and original contribution to a discipline or profession. Candidates undertake research, which may be pure, exploratory, applied, experimental and/or creative. They must submit a written research thesis, or a written research thesis including associated papers, of between 70,000 and 100,000 words. The Doctor of Philosophy program has the objective of producing graduates with the capacity to conduct research independently at a high level of originality and quality. Graduates will demonstrate a capacity to design, conduct and report sustained and original research. While the research is conducted under a supervisor, students are expected to demonstrate the ability to work independently. As a Doctor of Philosophy candidate, you will undertake supervised research with the aim of making a significant and original contribution to a discipline or profession. Candidates undertake research, which may be pure, exploratory, applied, experimental and/or creative, and are required to submit a written research thesis or a written research thesis including associated papers. The examinable outcome will normally be equivalent to 70,000 to 100,000 words. Where the examinable outcome takes the form of a thesis, it is acknowledged that thesis length can vary according to the nature of the work and the discipline. The Doctor of Philosophy (DR-INTBUS) program is part of a combined set of programs that offer students a pathway into a higher degree by research from an undergraduate degree. Prior to undertaking the Doctor of Philosophy (DR-INTBUS), students must complete a Bachelor of Research (Honours) (BH-INTBUS) and Master of Research (MR-INTBUS). Aims and objectivesUpon successful completion of the PhD, graduates will be able to: 1. Demonstrate systematic and critical understanding in one or more specialist fields or discipline areas by planning and generating a substantial and original contribution that advances scholarship or professional practice2. Effectively disseminate research outcomes to a variety of audiences using highly developed communication skills and work productively within a team of experts in the field3. Demonstrate autonomy, authoritative judgment, adaptability, leadership, initiative, resilience and responsibility of an expert and leading practitioner or scholar.

For international students

To be eligible for admission into the Doctor of Philosophy (DR-INTBUS) course, an applicant must have successfully completed: Master of Research (MR-INTBUS) at Swinburne with a minimum H2A average (70% or higher); Confirmation of Candidature Review. Students applying to the Doctor of Philosophy (DR-INTBUS) will automatically be considered for a place in the Bachelor of Research (Honours) (BH-INTBUS) and Master of Research (MR-INTBUS) do not need to apply separately for these programs. English language requirements International applicants must provide evidence of one of the following: minimum IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0 or a TOEFL iBT (internet-based) minimum score of 79 (with a reading band no less than 18 and writing band no less than 20); or Pearson (PTE) 58 (no communicative skills less than 50) no longer than 24 months before submitting your application satisfactory completion of Swinburnes English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced level certificate at the postgraduate level (EAP 5: PG-70%) successful completion of a total of 24 months (full time equivalent) of formal study where the language of instruction and assessment was English at AQF level 7 or above (or equivalent) at an approved university no longer than 60 months before submitting your application successful completion of a degree where the language of instruction and assessment was English at AQF level 8 or above (or equivalent) at an approved university no more than 60 months prior to submitting their application for candidature.

3 Years - Full time

Fee

A$37,200.00 (US$ 24,515) per yearPlease check with institution

Start Date

6/30/2025

Address

Swinburne University of Technology, Hawthorn Campus, John Street, HAWTHORN, Victoria, 3122, MELBOURNE, Australia

About

With three spectacular campuses in Melbourne, Australia, and a campus in Sarawak, Malaysia, Swinburne University of Technology is an internationally-recognised institution that takes great pride in providing the best possible platform for students to transition smoothly into a career.
Highly ranked for civil engineering, astronomy and sciences, Swinburne is famed for outstanding teaching and practical, hands-on learning. This is evidenced by the fact that The Good Universities Guide rated Swinburne’s overall teaching quality 83.3%.
Small, manageable class sizes provide students with a great opportunity to get individualised attention from their industry-leading tutors throughout their time at Swinburne. This is evidenced by a five-star student-teacher rating in the 2018 Good Universities Guide.
For more than 50 years, the institution has partnered with organisations in Australia and other countries all around the world, providing its students with ample opportunities for networking and work experience – meaning that they graduate feeling career-ready. With plenty of industry connections and relevant experience, Swinburne graduates will have stand-out CVs and be a step ahead of their competitors in the job market.
The Careers and Employability team are recognised for their hard work at Swinburne. Students are treated to guest speakers, career counselling and lots of guidance on how to create the perfect CV and cover letter when applying for jobs. There are also International Student Advisers on hand to help with anything from personal issues to worries about coursework.
The University features state-of-the-art facilities that allow students to get to grips with the latest equipment before heading out into their respective industries. AUD 100 million has been spent on a new Advanced Manufacturing and Design Centre, and the Advanced Technologies Centre includes Australia’s only ‘Smart Structures Laboratory’.

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