Overview
Candidates are required to undertake the development of a body of original creative work within their chosen discipline. This must be supported by a written exegesis explaining the contextual and theoretical underpinning of the creative work.
You will be expected to participate in research training and development activities, contribute to the research culture at Western, and maintain a professional profile of high standard during your candidature.
As part of your research training, you will also be encouraged to publish or present your work to the public and contribute to policy and planning debates in your area of expertise.
Your career
As a Doctor of Creative Arts graduate at Western Sydney University, you can look forward to career opportunities in:
- Academia
- Professional arts
- Creative industries
- Education and history
Programme Structure
The type of creative work eligible for submission covers a range of discipline areas including:- Communication
- Dance
- Electronic arts
- Music and sound arts
- Theatre
- Visual arts
- Writing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Applications for research programs are accepted at any time with successful candidates commencing on a quarterly intake basis.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Campbelltown, Australia
- Penrith, Australia
- Lugarno, Australia
- Paramatta, Australia
- Sydney, Australia
Disciplines
Visual Arts Music Drama View 10 other PhDs in Visual Arts in AustraliaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS: 050308K
To be eligible for admission, you must have previously completed at least one of the following degrees:
- Bachelor (Honours Class 1 or Class 2) degree
- Master of Research degree
- Master of Philosophy degree
- Degrees from a university or other tertiary institution equivalent to the above
Documents required:
- Certified copies of all tertiary graduation certificates and academic transcripts for degrees completed outside of Western Sydney University.
- Certified evidence of citizenship status (e.g. passport, birth certificate, citizenship papers, etc.) or certified evidence of residency status (for Australian permanent residents only).
- A letter of support from your proposed supervisor.
- A research proposal that clearly identifies your area of research interest and provides a project title and project description.
- Evidence of relevant employment or experience directly related to research training (if applicable).
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents34608 AUD / year≈ 34608 AUD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents21280 AUD / year≈ 21280 AUD / year
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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