Overview

The purpose of the Doctor of Philosophy from University of Divinity is to qualify individuals who apply a substantial body of knowledge to research, investigate and develop new knowledge, in one or more areas of investigation, scholarship or professional practice.

Learning outcomes

Graduates of the Doctor of Philosophy:

have a substantial body of knowledge at the frontier of a field of work or learning within divinity or one or more of its associated disciplines, including knowledge that constitutes an original contribution to the field
have a substantial knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the field of work or learning
have expert cognitive, technical and creative skills to use intellectual independence to think critically, analyse and evaluate existing knowledge and ideas, undertake systematic investigation, reflect on theory and practice to generate original knowledge within divinity or one or more of its associated disciplines, and demonstrate expert understanding of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on that theory and its application
apply knowledge and skills with intellectual independence, and with responsibility and accountability, to plan and execute an ongoing program of original research, and to understand explicit and implicit ethical considerations to the formulation of a research project
have skills to present cogently a complex investigation of originality or original research for external examination against international standards, and to communicate research results to peers and the community.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Submission of an annual report throughout the duration of candidature.

Satisfactory completion of confirmation of candidature.
Where relevant, satisfactory completion of requirements of the Human Research Ethics Committee.
Attendance and participation in a minimum of 8 hours of research seminars at the University and either a University Research Conference or a research conference approved by the candidate’s College during each year of candidature. Satisfactory completion of these requirements must be certified by the College on the candidate’s annual report.
Presentation of at least one seminar or conference paper of no less than 20 minutes’ duration prior to submission of the thesis.
Preparation of a thesis for examination.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00

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More details

Admission applications are open throughout the year for February, May, August and October intakes.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Adelaide, Australia

Disciplines

Philosophy View 33 other PhDs in Philosophy in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS 037861E

To be eligible for admission an applicant must satisfy the SGR Committee that he or she has completed one of the following awards at the University of Divinity to the specified standard, or an equivalent award in divinity or its associated disciplines at another higher education provider recognised by the Academic Board to an equivalent standard:

a) a Masters by research with a 75% average, or where a mark is not available, examiners’ reports which indicate to the satisfaction of the SGR Committee that the candidate is adequately prepared for doctoral research; or

b) a Masters by coursework with a 75% average; or

c) a Graduate Diploma with a 75% average; or

d) a four year undergraduate degree with Honours with a 75% average.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20304 AUD / year

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Citizens or residents

20304 AUD / year

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Additional Details

Part-time fee: $10,152

Living costs

Adelaide

Australia

1328 - 2474 AUD / month

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