Doctor of Philosophy

Course code: 2625 + Course abbreviation: PhDPharmacy + 3 years full-time

Study mode and course location

On-campus (Parkville - F/T only)

Course description

The Doctor of Philosophy program may be undertaken in any of the principal areas of research. Students may nominate their preferred area of study. However, they are strongly encouraged to discuss their research interests with senior research staff to ensure appropriate facilities, equipment and services are available, and to obtain guidance on suitable topics.

Assessment is by 100% thesis, the length of which would not normally exceed 100,000 words.

Course objectives:

By the completion of this program students should be able to:

§ produce a thesis that displays competence at understanding and carrying out research in the broad field of Pharmaceutical Science
Under the guidance of a supervisor, devise a realistic research topic to investigate a particular pharmaceutical science research area
Identify key research questions that are not too general and ambitious
Select and review relevant theory and literature
Design a study and choose appropriate methods to investigate the specific research questions
Select appropriate modes of analysis
Consider ethical issues involved in research
Implement, critically appraise or apply research in a particular field
Prepare a comprehensive written report that is professionally presented and contains all the required components of a PhD thesis

Entry requirements

Applicants require an honours or masters degree in pharmacy or other related field from a recognised tertiary institution, or equivalent qualifications and experience.

Contact details

Research programs officer, telephone +61 3 9903 9635, email info@vcp.monash.edu.au or visit www.vcp.monash.edu.au/students/research/.

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