Doctor of Philosophy - Business and Management

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a research degree available in all study areas and provides you with the skills to become an effective researcher in your previously studied discipline. By undertaking a Doctor of Philosophy you will have expansive intellectual freedom to be able to make an original and substantial contribution to your area of study. UniSQ academics are recognised throughout the world for their excellence in research. Some of the projects you can tap into are at the forefront of cutting edge research. As a research student you will have the commitment and support to make a difference to society in a meaningful way. UniSQ is committed to excellence in research training and provide a quality research training experience for our students. We maintain our relevance in research by linking with industry and business through local and international research networks.

Graduating with a Doctor of Philosophy is ideal if you wish to pursue a career in industry, academia or government with specialisation in your chosen field.

Applicants must have one of the following:

• an Australian university Bachelor honours degree with First Class Honours or Second Class Honours (Division A) or equivalent, or
• an Australian university Masters degree (with a significant research component) or equivalent, or
• other qualifications and/or experiences equivalent to First Class or Second Class Honours (Division A).

IELTS (Academic only) - Overall minimum score of 6.5 and no individual band score of less than 6.0; TOEFL (internet based) - Overall minimum score of 90 and no individual skills score of less than 20; Pearson (PTE Academic) - Overall score of 58 and no individual Communicative Skills score of less than 58; Cambridge C1 Advanced C2 Proficiency - Overall minimum score of 185 with no less than 185 in each skill.