Doctor of Philosophy (Mathematics)

Course Details

Doctor of Philosophy (Mathematics) candidates undertake in-depth research in order to make an original contribution to the body of knowledge in a chosen field of study. This qualification can lead to, or enhance, an academic career and is also highly regarded by public and private sector employers. Information regarding the Universitys research activity, research strengths and scholarships can be found on UOWs Research & Innovation website. The Faculty will ensure that a supervisor with appropriate expertise is allocated to a candidate at the time of application. Students are encouraged to identify potential supervisors who match their research interests. Students are also advised to make contact with a potential supervisor to discuss their project prior to applying for admission. Each PhD candidate has two supervisors. The research involved in producing a doctoral (PhD) dissertation involves a significant contribution to a field of knowledge. The thesis must be a minimum of 80,000 words and no longer than 100,000 words in length.

Qualification: Doctor Degree (By Coursework)

Course structure: 192 Credit points