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Higher Degrees by Research

Associate Head of School: Research- Associate Professor Susan Luckman

Higher Degrees by Research Information
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Degree
Aim  
Doctorate
PhD programs provide training and education with the objective of producing graduates with the capacity to conduct research independently at a high level of originality and quality.
 
The purpose of the PhD is to advance knowledge and/or the application of knowledge through the preparation of a substantial piece of work which represents a significant contribution to a particular field of study.
 
Masters by Research
Masters by Research programs have the objective of training higher degree by research students in
  • analysing the literature, relevant artefacts and debate in the substantive area of the thesis topic at an advanced level
  • research methodology and techniques and in their critical evaluation, appropriate to the field of study, and
  • the application of such methodology, by conducting a specified program of research under appropriate supervision.
Doctor of Communication
Provide a research-based program which will enable practitioners in the field of communication to link knowledge, research skills and professional skills to enrich their personal intellectual growth and advance their professional contribution to society.
 

Further information please contact Martina Nist on 08 8302 4647 or martina.nist@unisa.edu.au.


 

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