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Doctor of Philosophy for 2009

Course overview

Principal areas of research include fine arts/visual arts, design, multimedia and digital arts, and the theory of art and design. Candidates can undertake the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in two modes:

  • By studio research (85% research). Students develop a studio research project, with individual supervision, resulting in a body of work examined by exhibition. The material includes a written exegesis (critical explanation of the body of work) of about 30,000 words and a photographic record of the student's visual or creative work. Students must also complete a sequence of three units (research methods, theory workshop and documentation studies), which will guide them through the discursive and documentary dimensions of their project. The final examination is usually an exhibition of visual work accompanied by the written exegesis. The works in the exhibition will not only be new but will also result in a doctoral-level contribution that has substantial cultural significance.
  • By thesis (100% research). Students develop a written proposal that outlines their proposed project, places the research within the context of the scholarly literature and outlines the proposed methodology. Students will be examined by thesis only. The thesis, of no more than 100,000 words, is expected to make a substantial contribution to knowledge in the chosen area of research.

Duration, campus, fees and application information

Duration, campus, fees and application information

Domestic students International students
Attendance type
  • On-campus at Caulfield: full-time, part-time
  • On-campus at Gippsland: full-time, part-time
  • Off-campus: full-time, part-time
  • On-campus at Caulfield: full-time
  • On-campus at Gippsland: full-time
  • Off-campus: full-time, part-time
Intakes First semester First semester
Course Content See: 2008 University handbook entry for this course (2009 available 1 October) See: 2008 University handbook entry for this course (2009 available 1 October)
Duration 4 years full-time, 8 years part-time 4 years
Fees for 2009

Multiply fee by duration for approximate cost

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
Average annual student contribution
$5,201 AUD

Note: see information on how average fee is calculated.

Research Training Scheme (RTS)
RTS places are available to Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents and New Zealand citizens.

International fee per 48 credit points
48 credit points represents a standard full-time course load for a year
$22,000 AUD
How to apply Entry requirements and applications - domestic students Entry requirements and applications - international students
CRICOS code Not applicable 037830A
Monash course code 1322 1322
Faculty Faculty of Art and Design Faculty of Art and Design
Contact Telephone +61 3 9903 1517, email enquiries@artdes.monash.edu.au or visit http://www.artdes.monash.edu.au. Telephone +61 3 9903 1517, email enquiries@artdes.monash.edu.au or visit http://www.artdes.monash.edu.au.