Postgraduate research
Postgraduate research programs 2009
La Trobe University offers a wide range of research programs including Master's by Research, Professional Doctorates and the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
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Research degrees
A Masters by Research degree usually takes between one and two years and requires students to competently undertake a supervised research project. Candidates for a Masters degree by Research must submit a thesis that makes a contribution to knowledge in an approved area.
Professional Doctorates are programs which involve both coursework and research components. They enable students to develop their professional practice skills to a high level. Candidates for a Professional Doctorate by Research submit a major thesis which is a substantial and original contribution to knowledge of direct relevance to the profession, in addition to completing coursework subjects. Candidates for a Professional Doctorate by Coursework submit a smaller thesis which is either an original or substantial contribution to knowledge of direct relevance to the profession, in addition to completing coursework subjects.
A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a research degree normally takes three to four years. A thesis based on original investigations is presented to external examiners and must be considered a substantial and original contribution to knowledge and understanding in the relevant field of study.
For further information on research programs and La Trobe University's research strengths, please refer to individual Faculty websites, or particular School/Department websites.
