Professional Doctorate (Research)
Generic programmes and qualifications
The Professional Doctorate (Research) embeds research training through coursework and practice in a reflective manner, resulting in new discipline knowledge through research. Graduates at this level require a systematic and critical understanding of a complex field of learning and specialised research skills for the advancement of new knowledge. Graduates will also have systemic and critical understanding of a substantial and complex body of knowledge at the frontier of a discipline. Students wi
Official- Duration
- 3 years
- Qualification
- Doctoral Degree
- AQF 10
- Campus
- Surry Hills
- NSW · +8 more campuses
- Course code
- CRICOS 108074G
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Course overview
The Professional Doctorate (Research) embeds research training through coursework and practice in a reflective manner, resulting in new discipline knowledge through research. Graduates at this level require a systematic and critical understanding of a complex field of learning and specialised research skills for the advancement of new knowledge. Graduates will also have systemic and critical understanding of a substantial and complex body of knowledge at the frontier of a discipline. Students will collaborate with industry, government, and community partners to find innovative solutions that benefit business and community at a local, national, and global level and will be positioned for career advancement and transition in a diverse range of industry sectors.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Successful completion of a Master's degree or above from an Australian university or overseas equivalent OR Seven years' practice at an advanced level in a position of responsibility OR five years practice at an executive level and currently in a position of influence in the chosen profession, OR An extensive track record of executive achievement in the workplace or in professional practice OR Applicants without a Master's degree may pathway to the Professional Doctorate (Research) with recognised prior learning based on: Seven years' practice at an advanced level in a position of responsibility or five years practice at an executive level and currently in a position of influence in the chosen profession, OR An extensive track record of executive achievement in the workplace or in professional practice AND A discipline-specific portfolio based on competency based learning and non formal learning AND A letter of recommendation from two most recent employers.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Successful completion of a Master's degree or above from an Australian university or overseas equivalent OR Seven years' practice at an advanced level in a position of responsibility OR five years practice at an executive level and currently in a position of influence in the chosen profession, OR An extensive track record of executive achievement in the workplace or in professional practice OR Applicants without a Master's degree may pathway to the Professional Doctorate (Research) with recognised prior learning based on: Seven years' practice at an advanced level in a position of responsibility or five years practice at an executive level and currently in a position of influence in the chosen profession, OR An extensive track record of executive achievement in the workplace or in professional practice AND A discipline-specific portfolio based on competency based learning and non formal learning AND A letter of recommendation from two most recent employers.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Online | — | — | $29,500per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Sydney - Surry Hills Campus | — | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Adelaide Campus | — | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Brisbane - Bowen Terrace Campus | — | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Melbourne Campus | — | — | — | International students |
Where it is taught
Brisbane - Bowen Terrace Campus
90 Bowen Terrace, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, QLD, 4006, Brisbane, QLD
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Sydney - Surry Hills Campus
17-51 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010, Surry Hills, NSW
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References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Professional Doctorate (Research)torrens.edu.au
- Torrens University Australiatorrens.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- Torrens University Diploma of BusinessOfficial source
- Torrens University Doctor of PhilosophyOfficial source
- Torrens University Diploma of Information TechnologyOfficial source
- Torrens University International Application RequirementsOfficial source