Award Abbreviation: EdD
Degree Type: Higher degree by research program
Mode of Study: Internal / External
Duration: 2 years minimum, 4 years maximum
full-time; 4 years minimum, 8 years maximum part-time
Commencement: Students can apply and start
throughout the year, subject to program requirements
Program Code: TBA
CRICOS Code: TBA
Entry Requirements
Candidates for the award of Doctor of Education are normally required to hold a Master by research degree, or a Bachelor degree with at least second class honours Division 1 from a recognised higher education institution.
Applicants who have completed a Bachelor degree and have achieved by subsequent work and study a standard equivalent to at least second class honours Division 1 may also be considered. In exceptional cases applications may be considered on the basis of other evidence of general and professional qualifications as approved by the Graduate Studies Sub-Committee.
Notes
- Prospective applicants wishing to undertake an EdD will need to find a suitable supervisor by contacting the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor.
- For further information, refer to the Rules for Higher Degrees by Research.
Enrolment and Fees
- In any semester, full-time enrolment comprises 0.500 EFTSL.
- In any semester, part-time enrolment comprises 0.250 EFTSL.
- The census date for withdrawal without financial penalty or academic penalty is the Semester 1 or 2 census date.
- Candidates pay full tuition fees.
EFTSL - Equivalent Full-Time Student Load. One year of full-time study equates to 1.000 EFTSL
Enquiries
Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Dr Jennifer Nayler
Lecturer in Education
Tel: +61 7 5459 4650; Fax: +61 7 5459 4467; Email: jnayler@usc.edu.au
Office of Learning, Teaching and Research
Research Support Officer
Tel: +61 7 5459 4526; Fax: +61 7 5430 1111; Email: btoon@usc.edu.au
*Subject to final approval.