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The rules, policies, procedures and guidelines most relevant to ANU Higher Degree Research (HDR) supervision are listed and linked in the table below. Visit the HDR policies & procedures webpage for an overview of the HDR policy framework from a candidate's perspective.

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Research is at the core of everything we do. It informs the content of our degrees, influences public policy and solves some of our region’s greatest challenges.

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Studying an advanced, research-focused Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree at The Australian National University (ANU) is an opportunity to make a substantial and original contribution to your discipline or area of professional practice.

We’ll automatically consider you for a scholarship when we receive your application.

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Our research priorities reflect the challenges facing the world today.

ANU researchers are currently exploring a range of disciplines and study areas .

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Before you apply

Find a potential supervisor and explore our colleges’ research opportunities. Some colleges have different application requirements – so make sure you’re aware of and follow these before you apply.

1. Find a supervisor

Discover potential supervisors. Explore their research and published works and find their contact details.

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2. ANU college research opportunities

Our colleges can provide you with information about research areas, supervisors and groups, as well as who to contact.

NOTE: More than one college can offer supervision in a particular study area.

• ANU College of Arts & Social Sciences
• ANU College of Asia & the Pacific
• ANU College of Business & Economics
• ANU College of Engineering, Computing & Cybernetics
• ANU College of Health & Medicine
• ANU College of Law
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3. Explore college application requirements

If you have found a supervisor you would like to work with and the college that offers this supervision, you will need to find out if there are any pre-application steps that your college would like you to take.

Most colleges would like you to find and secure the support of a potential supervisor before you complete your application. For example, the ANU College of Business & Economics has different arrangements for setting up supervision, so please check in with them before applying.

Some colleges will ask you to send a short description of your proposed area of research as an expression of interest and a summary of your academic qualifications, including grades, to them first.

Visit the ANU college research pages for pre-application advice (see the links under 'ANU colleges’ content above).

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Applying to ANU

You can apply at any time of the year – but if you would like to be considered for a scholarship, you will need to send your application within the scholarship’s application deadline.

Scholarship applicants

Your referees should send their reports before your scholarship’s deadline. Give them as much time as possible by completing your ANU application 2–3 weeks earlier than the scholarship’s deadline. We’ll contact your referees when we get your application.

Application requirements

Your application to study at ANU must meet the following requirements.

1. Minimum admission requirements

Explore our minimum admission requirements.

Requirements for admission to a Doctor of Philosophy degree

• An Australian bachelor’s degree with at least second-class honours (Upper first-class honours may be required by some programs) or the international equivalent, or
• Another degree with a significant research/thesis component, or
• A combination of qualifications, research publications and/or professional experience related to your field of study

Requirements for admission to a Master of Philosophy degree

• An Australian bachelor’s degree or higher, with an overall grade of distinction or higher, or the international equivalent, or
• Another equivalent degree, or
• A combination of qualifications, research publications and/or professional experience that are related to your field of study

2. English language requirements

You must meet our English language requirements to be eligible for admission to ANU. While you can apply without having met them, you will need to show that you do when you get a study offer from us.

Unsure whether you can meet the English language requirements? Contact your research school or the Graduate Research Office before you send your application.

Learn more about ANU English language requirements

3. Research proposal

Your draft research proposal only needs to be short. Check in with your potential supervisor to clarify their expectations for this proposal before you send it in with your application.

Your proposal should present your idea or question in your discipline area clearly. Consider it a statement about the basis of the research you’d like to do.

Your research proposal should:

• establish the relevance of your idea
• show gaps in your field – and how your research would address these
• include how you would go about your research project – your approach, methodologies and resources.

You will be able to change the proposal once you have enrolled in your program.

Learn about research proposals

4. Referees

Referee reports are mandatory when applying for admission to a HDR Program. At least 2 referees reports are required to commence assessment of the application. Academic referees, who are able to comment on the applicant’s ability to undertake the program, are preferred, however, professional references can also be used. The University may request additional referee reports during the assessment of the application.

Ensure their contact details are correct; we will email them a report to complete from within the application portal as soon as we have received your application.

If your referee is unable to access our system-generated referee report, they can contact the Admissions team and ask for another version of the form.

Your referees must send their completed reports confidentially and directly to the University rather than to you.

Reference documents:

• Research Application Referee Report (DOCX, 85.97 KB)

5. Supporting documentation

Upload clear, colour copies of your academic transcripts and graduation certificates with your application. You do not need to certify these documents, but they must be original copies. We will verify their authenticity.

If your academic documents were originally given to you in a language other than English, we will need official copies of the document in that language and original translations for verification purposes.

6. Incomplete qualifications

You can apply to ANU before you complete your current degree if you are in your final year. Advise the Graduate Research office your expected completion date via your application and supply a copy of the qualification when we make you an offer.

For more information, refer to ‘Supporting documentation’.

If you have the approval of a college and a potential supervisor, you can apply for admission to ANU. Without this endorsement, though, we might not be able to assess your application.

Choose the program you want to study from the Program & Courses catalogue

On the program’s page, click 'apply’ to open the application portal

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Receiving an offer from ANU

After we assess your application, we will contact you via email about the outcome within 6–8 weeks (about 2 months). This could take longer if we're also considering you for a scholarship.

If you do not hear from ANU within two months, contact your research school or email the Graduate Research Office.

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Doctor of Philosophy, Science

A single four year research award offered by the Mathematical Sciences Institute

• Length 4 year full-time
• Minimum 192 Units
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Program Requirements

The Doctor of Philosophy requires completion of a research project that demonstrates a significant and original contribution to knowledge in the field of study. This includes the submission and successful examination of a thesis of up to 100,000 words.

Completion of a standard program for a Doctor of Philosophy requires a minimum of 96 units and a maximum of 192 units of enrolment in the research component.

At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry.

Admission to a Doctor of Philosophy is also subject to supervisory capacity, availability of appropriate infrastructure and resources, and approval from the relevant Delegated Authority within the Academic College.

Applicants must:

1.      Present a relevant Bachelor Honours degree or international equivalent

• With a minimum grade of Second Class Honours – Upper (H2A); 
• or an equivalent combination of qualifications, research publications and/or professional experience related to the field of study.

2.       Have the written approval of an identified supervisor for the research project/thesis.

3.       Provide:

•  A research proposal outlining your intended research, (applicants should seek guidance from the potential supervisor regarding length and content);
•  Original evidence of all relevant academic qualifications and graduation documentation (with English translation as appropriate);
•  An up-to-date CV including academic qualifications, work experience and research publications;
•  At least two academic referee reports.

4.      All applicants must meet the University’s English Language Admission Requirements for Students .

Indicative fees

For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees

For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees

Fee Information

All students are required to pay the  Services and amenities fee  (SA Fee)

The annual indicative fee provides an estimate of the program tuition fees for international students and domestic students (where applicable). The annual indicative fee for a program is based on the standard full-time enrolment load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units). Fees for courses vary by discipline meaning that the fees for a program can vary depending on the courses selected. Course fees are reviewed on an annual basis and typically will increase from year to year. The tuition fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and the courses selected and are subject to increase during the period of study.

For further information on Fees and Payment please see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments

ANU offers a wide range of  scholarships  to students to assist with the cost of their studies.

Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are.  Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.

For further information see the  Scholarships  website.

The Australian National University provides PhD candidates with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support. When selecting a research program, an institution's reputation is everything. ANU is one of the world's leading universities, and the smart choice for your research program.

As a PhD candidate you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field. Your research will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.

PhD graduates in the Mathematical Sciences are valued by a range of employers for their demonstrated creativity, innovation, independence, research and problem-solving abilities, and organisational skills. An PhD in Mathematical Sciences can lead to a whole new world of opportunities. For example, you may:

• become a researcher in a university, industry or government research organisation such as CSIRO, Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation, Geoscience Australia, Australian Signal Directorate, Defence Science and Technology Group;
• work in areas requiring quantitative skills such as finance, environmental modelling, quantitative biology, data science or computation
• gain access to a wide range of careers, not just in academic research. 

ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.

We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.

Career options following the Doctor of Philosophy include many opportunities in addition to an academic path.  Alumni of the Doctor of Philosophy from the Mathematical Sciences Institute may go on to careers such as data mining, meteorology, quantitative analysis, actuary, defence, fusion science and industrial research.

critically analyse, synthesise and evaluate complex information in a specific area of the discipline relevant to their research;

formulate a research plan and undertake independent research to address specific research questions that make a substantial contribution to knowledge;

ensure that research is carried out with integrity and actively promote responsible conduct of research;

develop, adapt and implement research methodologies relevant to their research questions;

demonstrate expert technical and/or specialist skills relevant to their research focus;

communicate effectively to specialist and non-specialist audiences in both written and oral form;

demonstrate appropriate collegial and professional behaviour, and safe working practices as required by their specific research focus.

No specific inherent requirements have been identified for this program.

The completion of a Doctor of Philosophy normally takes between three and four years of full-time study or part-time equivalent and is conducted in English. The award is made on the basis of independent research resulting in a detailed thesis comprising original written work, normally of up to 100,000 words, that is independently assessed by no fewer than two external examiners of international standing. 

All candidates are required to complete Research Integrity Training. In addition, candidates will also be able to participate in the College of Science Career Development Framework and demonstrate broader skills in research training, teaching and learning, industry and innovation, policy and governance; and opportunities to develop other transferable skills.

More information on how to apply can be found at https://www.anu.edu.au/study/apply/anu-postgraduate-research-domestic-and-international-applications .

There are a number of scholarships available to ANU HDR candidates to assist with the cost of their studies; however, in general first class honours might be required for consideration for a scholarship. Scholarships are highly competitive and not all applicants that receive an offer of admission to a HDR program will be successful in receiving a scholarship.

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The PhD in Law is an opportunity for you to engage in high-quality independent research as part of an extended research project. 

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The PhD in Law is an opportunity for you to engage in high-quality independent research as part of an extended research project. The PhD degree requires submission of a thesis of not more than 100,000 words that makes a substantial contribution to learning in the field of law. Each candidate has a supervisory panel of academics. Students are encouraged to participate in the activities of the ANU College of Law, and would most often be based on campus and study full-time.

Mode of delivery

The research outcome of a PhD degree is a thesis of not more than 100,000 words. During their study, candidates are assessed against milestones which include: annual plans (completed 3 months after commencement and then annually); annual reports; a thesis proposal review; and an oral presentation.

Research students at ANU must fulfil the minimum residency requirements specified in the Australian Government’s  Research Award Rules 2017  unless approval has been obtained for a reduced period of attendance, or the student is externally based. Applicants should make a detailed case for any reduced period of attendance, preferably at the time of application. ANU also has a  PhD Attendance Requirements Policy  which describes these requirements.

If you are approved to study externally (via distance), the minimum attendance on campus is 4 weeks each year. For further information, please refer to the Guidelines For Externally Based Students on the ANU Law  Apply online  page. Approval to study externally cannot be guaranteed.

ANU Law will provide a suitable work space and computer on the ANU campus in Canberra. All students will have access to Wattle (Web Access to Teaching & Learning Environments), the University’s online learning platform.

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4 years full-time (note that some scholarships are for a maximum of 3.5 years at present with a possible extension). If part-time study is approved, the maximum duration is 8 years.

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Course guide

View the Doctor of Philosophy in Law course guide for more information.

Entry requirements

The minimum entry requirements are: English language proficiency, and at a minimum, a bachelor's degree with first or upper second class honours, usually in law. Admission into this program is highly competitive and we therefore prioritise applicants with a first class honours degree. We favour applicants who also have a masters degree with a high grade point average.

The level of English language required for Law is high, see How to Apply . If you are an international student, you must provide a current IELTS or TOEFL certificate as proof of your competency. The tests can be arranged through the British Council or the Australian Embassy in your country.

ANU has the highest level of graduate employability of any Australian university.

In addition, graduating from ANU Law will see you join a prestigious and highly recognised alumni network of over 20,000 professionals in Australia and around the globe.

Academic experts

Each candidate has a supervisory panel of academics, usually drawn from the ANU College of Law’s experts .

With particular expertise in constitutional and administrative law , international law , environmental law , migration law, governance and national security , our academic staff are frequently called on by parliamentary committees, peak bodies, professional associations and the media for analysis, advice and guidance on the law, and what might be done to improve it.

Many of our expert research staff are also award winning teachers who are are always accessible and work closely with you to ensure you successfully complete your studies. We have created a supportive and nurturing environment in which you can thrive.

Admission to practice

A PhD in Law will not provide a basis for admission to practice.

ANU currently enrols domestic research students under the Research Training Scheme (RTS) which is funded by the Commonwealth Government. RTS funded students are not required to contribute to the cost of their tuition for the duration of their program.

International students are required to pay the cost of their tuition for the duration of their program. The annual fee for international students (2018) is $40,416.00.

Fees for the PhD program are also available on the Programs and Courses website.

Scholarships

ANU funds and administers a range of scholarships for graduate research degree programs, especially for domestic students. See our HDR scholarships page for information on these scholarships and their deadlines.

More information on ANU costs and fees , and scholarships and support is available on the central ANU website.

For more information on the Australian education system please go to the government websites MyUniversity and StudyAssist .

We have prepared detailed information on how to apply to do Higher Degree Research at ANU Law , including information on scholarships, putting your application together, applying online and commencement. Please read through these instructions thoroughly.

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For information on admission requirements, fees, courses, electives, suggested study patterns and more see Programs and Courses.

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

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The Australian National University provides PhD students with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support .  When selecting a research program, an institution's reputation is everything. ANU is one of the world's leading universities, and the smart choice for your research program.

As a PhD student you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field. Your research will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.

What you will learn

The major component of a research program is a substantial written work known as a thesis, which investigates a particular subject or issue. As a research student, you will work with increased independence, under the direction of an academic supervisor or a supervisory panel of academic staff.

A PhD will normally take you between 2-4 years to complete.

Research topics

We have a wide range of potential research topics. They range from short-term PhB projects to year-long honours and graduate projects to three-year PhD projects.

What it's like to be a research student

Forensic scientist making a positive difference

"I didn't even know what a PhD was, let alone had the confidence to think that this was something I could undertake."

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From the village to the lab

PhD student Thilaga Velusamy takes us on her journey from a small village in India, to research laboratories at the John Curtin School of Medical Research.

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The MD with a PhD

Danielle Butler, MD, is now graduating as a different kind of doctor—“As my colleagues at the Research School of Population Health would say, now I’m actually a  real  doctor!” she laughs—with her roles as clinician and researcher proving mutually beneficial.

Read about Danielle's healthcare research

Honorable applicants

Doctor of Philosophy program you will be required to have completed at least a four-year Australian degree with first class honours or equivalent.

English language requirements

All applicants must meet the University’s English Language Admission Requirements for Students.

World class facilities

Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and support, including labs, computational services and recreation and relaxation rooms.

Researcher careers

The Doctor of Philosophy is your gateway to an academic or research career in health and medicine. In addition to academia, PhD graduates work in diverse fields within government, education, industry and media.

One grad's bumpy ride to a PhD

Fees & scholarships

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ANU offers many scholarships both to overcome disadvantage and to recognise academic merit.

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Understand the entry requirements

To be eligible to be considered for admission to a postgraduate research degree at ANU, you must hold:

• An Australian Bachelor degree with at least Second Class Honours - Upper (First Class Honours is often required) or its international equivalent, or
• Another degree with a significant research/thesis component that may be assessed as equivalent to paragraph (1), or
• A combination of qualifications, research publications and/or professional experience related to the field of study that may be assessed as equivalent to paragraph (1).

All applicants must meet the University's English Language Admission Requirements for students.  

Find an academic supervisor

Prospective research students first need to identify a research project and find an academic supervisor.

Review the  fields of research  we offer and contact the academic convenor for advice about potential projects, supervisors, and the pre-application process. The  ANU Researchers  website is also a good place to start looking for a supervisor.

Email your academic supervisor directly to enquire about projects and supervision. Your email should outline the reason(s) why you are attracted to their field of research, the type of research you would like to pursue and a summary of your academic qualifications and research experience. You may also submit a short research proposal, however, this is not mandatory at this point.

The academic supervisor may contact you to discuss your research proposal and possibly other projects, or they may forward your email to other staff in the research school / centre.

Once an academic supervisor has been confirmed to support your application you may proceed to step three.

If you are not sure which area of research or supervisor matches your interest please complete an  expression of interest  and we will get in contact with you. Do not proceed to next step until advised.

Check available scholarships

ANU Colleges and individual research schools, offer a number of  scholarships  which are awarded on a merit basis. You can also talk to your academic supervisor about other sources of funding you might access to assist with living expenses and tuition fees.

Please note, international research scholarships are only awarded to outstanding students and are extremely competitive. Domestic students should be aware that if you are applying for mid-year entry your chances of obtaining scholarship funding may be greatly diminished.

Scholarship applications are included in the program application process, step four.

Submit your application

Applicants should  apply online . Application for admission to a higher degree by research and scholarship is combined in the single application. A one page research proposal and three academic referee reports also need to be included. Ask your referees to complete the  referee report form  and submit directly to ANU.

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If you can’t find the answer to your query on our webpages, please email the relevant School Higher Degree Research (HDR) Services team for further assistance.

Who can I contact regarding my application or other aspects of the application process?

You can email the School HDR teams;

HDR Admin - [Computing] (mailto:[email protected]); HDR Admin - [Engineering] ([email protected]); HDR Admin – [Cybernetics] ([email protected]).

The HDR Administration team receives a high volume of email enquiries, so it may take a few days to receive and answer to your query. In the meantime, please review the College and ANU websites to check if there is relevant information already available to you.

Am I admissible to an HDR program?

Please view the pre-application tab and check the self-assessment flow chart to determine if you may be admissible. If you are considered not admissible for MPhil/PhD entry at this time, please consider completing a Masters by Coursework degree. After completing this degree, you may be considered admissible into the MPhil/PhD program. Note that even if you meet admissibility requirements, the College may not be able to accept your application due to a lack of resources or adequate supervision to support your program of study.

Are there English language requirements to study at ANU?

All applicants, whether domestic or international, must provide evidence that their English language ability meets the minimum requirements for admission. The English Language Requirements for Students policy outlines approved methods for meeting the English requirements.

How do I find a supervisor to support my research application?

You will need to contact relevant academics in your research field. In your discussions with them, they will determine whether your background and experience is significant enough to submit a competitive application for further assessment. You will find a list of research areas on our website. Please review the pre-application tab for more information.

How do I submit an application?

If believe you meet eligibility requirements and you have secured the support of an academic to supervise your study, you may submit a formal application for the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program through the ANU application portal. Please see the ANU HDR application advisory page for more information.

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What constitutes a complete application?

A complete application includes:

• An application submitted through the ANU application portal
• A current CV
• A research proposal
• Colour copies of all transcripts and completion certificates of prior study, in original language and official English translations
• 3 complete referee reports (Referees are nominated through the application portal).

If the HDR Administration team receives an incomplete application, we will contact the applicant and give them 30 days to provide the outstanding documentation. We recommend submitting your application at least two weeks prior to scholarship application deadlines to give your referees time to provide their references for you.

What scholarships are available for me to support my study at ANU?

You can search for scholarship opportunities on the ANU scholarships page . There may be additional scholarship opportunities listed on the College scholarships page . You may also be eligible for scholarship opportunities external to ANU. Applicants will be considered for all internal scholarships available if they indicate on their application that they want a scholarship.

Applicants should note that our scholarship rounds are extremely competitive. In general scholarships are awarded to the top 10-15% of applicants, depending on the number of applications submitted and the number of available scholarships.

What are the scholarship application cut-off dates?

International Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship

International students applying for this scholarship will need to have their complete application and all supporting documents including referee reports submitted no later than 31 August.

Domestic Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarships

Australian citizens, Permanent Residents and New Zealand citizens will need to have their complete application and all supporting documents including referee reports submitted no later than 31 October.

Other scholarship round deadlines will be according to the scholarships listed on the College scholarships page .

Applications that are incomplete at the deadline will not be considered for scholarship under any circumstances.

Do I have to translate my documents into English?

Documents that are not in English must be translated by a National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) translator who is registered to translate the document language to and from English. You must submit certified copies of both the original language documents and the English translation.

My offer is about to expire, how do I request a new offer?

You will need to provide a valid reason for your delayed arrival. If your supporting supervisor supports your Change of Admit Term, please email the relevant School HDR Administrative Team with evidence of the supervisor’s support. If you are eligible for a Change of Admit Term, you will receive a new offer letter within three to four weeks of the request. Please be advised that Changing your Admit Term may cause you to forfeit a scholarship that may have been awarded to you by the University. Please indicate in your email if you have been awarded a scholarship.

Want more information on studying at ANU and living in Canberra?

Information on living in Canberra, studying at ANU, accommodation options and more can be found at the ANU Study webpage.

Where can I find the University rules governing graduate research at ANU?

The University rules governing graduate research at ANU can be found at Graduate Research Award Rules .

What are the tuition fees for HDR students?

Domestic students (Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents and New Zealand citizens) are not required to pay tuition fees for graduate research study as they are covered by the Australian Government Research Training Scheme (RTS). International students are required to pay tuition fees unless they are in receipt of a tuition fee waiver scholarship. Information on fees can be found on the Programs and Courses page for our HDR programs.

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In Australia the thesis is an extended written piece which reports on the results of a three to four year programme of research (in other countries the writing component is called a 'dissertation'). The thesis should incorporate a summary of the research undertaken during the program.

At ANU we do not usually require an oral defence or 'viva'. Your thesis will be sent to at least two examiners for evaluation . For more information about how examiners make a judgement on a thesis, read this paper by Mullins and Kiley called " It's a PhD, not a Nobel Prize ".

Types of thesis

There are three common types of thesis documents allowed in the ANU research award rules: a standard thesis of up to 100,000 words in length for a PhD (or 60,000 words for an M.Phil); a thesis by compilation (sometimes called a thesis by publication) and a thesis by creative works.

A thesis by compilation may include works that are solo or joint authored and accepted for publication. The compilation can include works which have been explicitly prepared for publication but not yet accepted, however these should not make up the majority of the text. It is expected that a thesis by compilation has linking text and a foreword to each chapter.

A thesis by creative works can include a multimedia or digital work, a film, an exhibition, a performance, a musical composition, a novel, a play, a series of poems, creative art work or other works as agreed by the candidate and the university. This work can be accompanied by an exegesis (commentary and interpretation of the work) or a dissertation (on a topic related to the work). Any written work accompanying a thesis by creative works must be substantial; between 30,000 and 60,000 words for a PhD and between 15,000 and 30,000 for an M.Phil. The final presentation of the work will be a public presentation; an exhibition, recital, lecture or some other form as agreed with the supervisor and the university.

Preparing the thesis

The Research Training team run a variety of workshops, seminars and courses aimed at helping you prepare your thesis as well as guidance on working with your supervisor to achieve a successful submission.

Writing the thesis

The Academic Skills and Learning Centre offer individual appointments to discuss thesis drafts and other issues such as managing your project. Their site also has a range of resources about writing a thesis to support you during your programme.

Reviewing the thesis

Writing about the impact of covid-19 in your thesis.

COVID-19 has changed the course of many research projects in ways that would not have been predicted at the outset you your PhD program. Research can always take unexpected turns and being able to take advantage of opportunities that arise, and be able to switch directions when necessary are useful skills to demonstrate. It is up to you to decide if you want to write about how your research has changed due to COVID-19. You are encouraged to talk with your supervisory panel to seek advice about what might be appropriate for your thesis.

The types of impact you might like to discuss include

• changes to research sites or populations due to travel or access restrictions,
• changes to research scope due to inability to access archival material,
• changes in access to labs, or experimental equipment,
• including theoretical instead of experimental content,

There is no right place to mention impacts, it will depend on the type of thesis and the type of research. It will also depend on how large the impact has been. For many the impact can be explained in a few sentences. For some projects a whole section of the thesis may be required. Some suggestions include

• in the introduction when setting the scene for the research that follows
• in the methodology section if changes to method was made part way through the research.
• where discussing limitations of the research
• where discussing ideas for future research

You should not include statements in your thesis that outline the impact of remote working, your physical or mental health or that of your family. While it is acknowledged that we have all been impacted in some way, these are not appropriate statements in your examined thesis and would not be assessed by an examiner.

Submitting the thesis and the examination process

It's good to know the regulations, processes and requirements around thesis submission and examination. Check out the information on finishing your degree for some inspiration!

ANU Thesis library

A great way to get your head around the expectations of a thesis is to read some! Check out the ANU Digital Thesis Library and find past successful theses in your discipline. 

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Higher degree by research students (HDR) checklist

Congratulations on your candidature as a higher degree by research (HDR) student, and welcome to ANU! Starting a research degree can be a confusing time, especially if you are new to ANU. This checklist is designed to help you navigate the first six months of your research degree.

Before you arrive

Sign up for the next week-long induction event for new HDR candidates run by ANU Researcher Development. All new HDR candidates are expected to attend.

Email [email protected] for more information on this event. 

Your first two weeks

• Get in touch with your local HDR Administrator by sending them an email or visiting your relevant student office. Your HDR Administrator can help you find your desk, connect to internet and printing networks, and guide you through any necessary paperwork.
• Get in touch with your HDR Convenor. This will be a member of the academic staff in your school who convenes your HDR cohort. Ask them if there are any upcoming induction events for new students in your college.
• Pay your services and amenities fee
• Visit Student Central during opening hours with a form of government ID (driver’s licence, passport) to get a student card .
• Read the latest HDR Update  newsletter. This newsletter advertises all kinds of opportunities and communities at ANU.
• Find and bookmark your college's policies and guidelines page. You don't need to know all the rules, but it is important to know where to find them when you need them.
• Arrange an informal meeting or coffee with your supervisor. Your first meeting can just be a casual conversation, but you should also try to schedule another meeting to establish your expectations of each other in the supervision relationship .
• If you have a disability, medical condition or will be a recognised primary carer during your time at ANU, you can visit Access & Inclusion to discuss the support you can receive during your studies. This is a free and confidential service.

Your first three months

• Complete the Research Integrity Training course. This online module is compulsory for every ANU HDR student.
• Familiarise yourself with research ethics requirements  and discuss with your supervisor any ethics approval that you may need.
• If your research includes statistics, experimental design data management or statistical modelling, discuss with your supervisor whether you should book in for free consultation with the Statistical Consulting Unit .
• Meet with your supervisor to discuss the finalisation of your supervisory panel.
• Complete your first annual plan . You should do this in discussion with your supervisory panel. This is a really useful way to plan your research activities for the coming year.
• Check with your HDR Convenor if there is any compulsory coursework you must complete as part of your degree.
• Have a look at all the other research training opportunities available throughout ANU and start to identify what might be relevant to you. The ANU Researcher Development Team send out useful links regularly through HRD Update  newsletter.
• Familiarise yourself with the milestone reporting that you will be asked to do throughout your degree. Many aspects of research degree administration vary between colleges, but progress reports are submitted online via ISIS , so log in and have a look around.
• Familiarise yourself with the ANU Library online and take advantage of their training and resources .

Your first six months

• Meet all your panel members individually to discuss their roles in your research project.
• Get involved in ANU events , communities and clubs . Research clearly shows that students with good social connections are more likely to successfully complete their degree, so taking some time to go to talks, seminars and social gatherings in your School is essential in becoming part of your intellectual community.
• Familiarise yourself with the Research Awards Rule and HDR policies . These are the legislation and policies, procedures and guidelines that govern all higher degree by research programs at ANU. Knowing exactly what is expected of you as a candidate, and what you can expect from ANU is essential in setting yourself up for a successful candidature. 

What to do if things go wrong

Higher degree by research can be a challenging time for a lot of students. There are lots of places you can go for help if things go wrong. Your supervisor should be your first point of call, or you can contact your HDR Convenor or HDR Administrator for general advice. ANU also offers a range of support services to help you stay on track:

• The Dean of Students can provide confidential advice if you have a concern related to supervision.
• The University Counselling Centre are highly experienced at working with HDR candidates. They offer private sessions and workshops to help you deal with a range of issues mental health issues including stress, confidence issues, balancing family and work commitments, adjusting to living in a new location, motivation issues, and relationship advice.
• As an ANU student you also have access to a range of programs and services that aim to help you maintain your health and wellbeing . 
• The Graduate Research Office (GRO) is the central HDR Student Administration Office for ANU and can provide advice and assistance if you are experiencing issues to do with your candidature. 

Quick guide to administering your degree

Understanding the administrative aspects of your candidature will help you effectively manage your program. Take some time to familiarise yourself with key elements of your candidature:

• All candidates must comply with the rules and guidelines stipulated by the Research Awards Rules .
• All ANU staff and students are obliged to comply with the ANU Code of Conduct , which provides guidelines on identifying and resolving issues of ethical and professional conduct.
• All candidates must comply with expected academic performance .
• All candidates may apply for research program leave including personal leave, medical leave, maternity leave, and other absences.
• Find information on relevant scholarships and awards .
• Information on changing conditions of candidature (full time/part time loads or internal/external).
• Find information on withdrawing from candidature .
• Find information on termination of candidature .

You can find more information on ANU administrative processes under the Program Management page.

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Procedure: Higher degree by research - c andidature

This document outlines typical processes undertaken during HDR candidature including:

• Change of study intensity;
• Change between external (off-campus / outside the University) / internal (on-campus) candidature;
• Change of research topic;
• Degree transfers;
• Change of Chair of Panel, Primary Supervisor or Associate Supervisor;
• Fieldwork and travel approval;
• Ethics approvals;

Application of credit and modification of the submission date

• Extension of candidature;
• Concurrent studies; and
• Conclusion of Candidature
• This procedure is read in conjunction with the Research Awards Rule, the Higher Degree Research Candidature policy procedures.

Candidature

• Unless the Registrar approves otherwise, revisions to a candidate’s record are completed only where there are no fees outstanding for that candidate.
• Where an action under this procedure results in a revision to a candidate’s record, the University notifies the candidate in writing of the outcome of their request.

Full-time and part-time study i ntensity

• Before considering a change of program intensity International candidates studying on a student visa should be aware of government legislation restrictions, and to check individual visa conditions. All candidates on scholarship should check the relevant Conditions of Award.
• Candidates pursue their program for 48 weeks of the year.
• A full-time load for a week is 40 hours, with a week being equivalent to 1 unit. A full-time load for a year is 48 units.
• A part-time load for a week is 20 hours, with a week being equivalent to 1 unit. A part-time load for a year is 24 units.
• The number of units for any given year may be reduced based on commencement date, submission date, or program leave.
• Where candidates undertake coursework, the thesis component of their enrolment is adjusted to reflect the full-time or part-time unit requirements.
• To change intensity between full-time and part-time, candidates complete an ISIS Manage My Degree – HDR eForm to apply for a change of program intensity
• The application is endorsed by the Chair of Panel.
• The application is approved by the Delegated Authority.
• A candidate not approved to study outside the University normally must attend the ANU campus for a minimum of:
• For a PhD: For 72 units (1.5 years as a full-time candidate and 3 years as a part-time candidate); or
• For an MPhil: For 48 units (1 year as a full-time candidate or 2 years as a part-time candidate).

Completing all or part of a program o utside the University

• The following periods away from the University are not classified as completing all or part of a program outside the University:
• Conference attendance;
• Short-term exchange visits to another institution;
• Work undertaken outside the ANU campus following an extension of program;
• Studying at a partner institution under a joint or dual degree; and
• Revisions completed elsewhere after a thesis examination.
• Approval to complete all or part of a program outside the University requires:
• If the study is to be completed at another tertiary education institution, any coursework is substantially comparable in quality to ANU coursework, and satisfactory research facilities are available; or
• If the study is not to be completed at a tertiary education institution, supervision arrangements are comparable in quality to the supervision arrangements available to internal candidates and access to satisfactory resources are available to the candidate. Candidates must complete progression indicators as required by the Delegated Authority, as detailed in the Higher Degree by Research – candidature progression procedure .
• Unless the Delegated Authority approves otherwise, a candidate approved to complete all or part of a program outside the University attends the ANU campus for 4 weeks in every 12 months studying off-campus, whether full-time or part-time. If an alternative is approved this is updated on the candidate’s record by the University.
• A candidate applies on the approved form to the Delegated Authority if they wish to complete all or part of their program outside the University. The application includes the dates that the candidate will attend the ANU campus.
• The application is approved by the Delegated Authority in accordance with the requirements in Clause 37 the Research Awards Rule .
• A candidate completing all or part of a program outside the University remains subject to all progression indicators. A failure to complete progression indicators may lead to a revocation of the external candidature, in addition to other consequences listed in the HDR Candidature Progression Procedure .

Change of research t opic

• A change in research topic constitutes a potential change in research direction, and candidates must apply in writing to their Chair of Panel for endorsement using the appropriate Details of Candidature application form available from the GRO team.
• The Details of Candidature application is endorsed by the Delegated Authority.
• The Details of Candidature application is approved by the Associate Dean (HDR), or appropriate delegate.
• Approval is subject to any requirements under sanctions legislation as detailed in the Student Sanctions Procedure .
• The duration of candidature should be taken into consideration when changing the research topic, in accordance with the requirements in Clause 32 & 33 of the Rese arch Awards Rule.
• The Associate Dean (HDR), or appropriate delegate notifies the candidate in writing of the outcome of the request.
• The University revises the candidate’s record.
• Before considering any leave of absence International candidates studying on a student visa should be aware of government legislation restrictions, and to check individual visa conditions. All candidates on scholarship should check the relevant Conditions of Award.
• Candidates are required to study 48 weeks of the year. Candidates have 4 weeks recreational leave each year.
• Recreational leave should be discussed in writing with the Chair of Panel and Supervisor, and the local HDR Administrator informed, prior to being taken.
• Candidates who need to take other types of leave of a minimum of one week (full-time) or two weeks (part-time) complete an Appl y for Leave eForm through the ISIS Manage My Degree – HDR system . Leave may be taken on grounds of:
• Personal Leave
• Medical Leave (supporting documentation required)
• Maternity Leave (supporting documentation required)
• If candidates are travelling overseas during recreational leave they are encouraged to register with Smart Traveller.
• Where possible program leave must be applied for before taking the leave. Retrospective leave will only be considered in exceptional circumstances.
• Candidates on scholarships submit an application for leave prior to taking that leave to prevent the overpayment of scholarships.
• International candidates apply for leave at the time of or before taking leave as retrospective leave is not compliant with the legislated reporting requirements under the Education Services for Overseas Students Act (ESOS).
• Periods of program leave may be dependent on Conditions of Award limitations for candidates receiving a scholarship or sponsorship and ESOS requirements for international candidates.
• Candidates in receipt of a scholarship or sponsorship complete the relevant form on the day they return to their studies to reinstate their payments.
• Periods of approved program leave do not count towards the maximum program time-limits as specified in the Research Awards Rule .

Degree Transfer

• Candidates apply for a transfer between an MPhil and PhD, or PhD and MPhil using the ISIS Manage My Degree – HDR eForm ‘ Change of Program level ’;
• Candidates may apply for a transfer between academic organisational units using an Application for Change of Research Program form.
• The form is endorsed by:
• The Chair of Panel for the current program;
• The Head of School for the current program;
• The Delegated Authority for the current program;
• The Chair of Panel for the proposed program; and
• The Head of School for the proposed program.
• The form is approved by the Delegated Authority for the proposed program. A Delegated Authority may still approve a change of program if the Chair of Panel for the current program does not endorse the request

Change of Chair of Panel, Primary Supervisor or Associate Supervisor

• A candidate or member of a candidate’s supervisory panel may apply for a change to a member of a supervisory panel for a candidate, or the entire panel.
• The change request is endorsed by the Chair of Panel.
• The change request is approved by the Delegated Authority
• However, a Delegated Authority may still approve a change of panel if the Chair of Panel does not endorse the request.
• The College notifies the candidate in writing of the outcome of the request.
• Other changes to the panel, such as in cases of temporary absence of the Primary Supervisor, or Chair of Panel from the University, are conducted in accordance with the Research Awards Rule .

Fieldwork and t ravel approval

• Fieldwork applications are compliant with both this procedure and the Fieldwork health and off-campus safety procedure :
• The Chair of Panel for a candidate is the Fieldwork Supervisor under the Fieldwork health and off-campus safety procedure .
• The consideration of required training for fieldwork is proportional to the risk forecast in the travel.
• Written applications for fieldwork and travel are submitted no later than four weeks prior to the expected activity.
• Candidates are required to complete an Approval to Travel eForm and inform the Chair of Panel.
• Applications are approved by the Delegated Authority.
• The Delegated Authority notifies the candidate and the University in writing of the outcome of the request.
• Candidates remain enrolled at the University during fieldwork and travel arrangements.
• Candidates must ensure they complete post travel reports upon return from approved travel via the ANU eForm.

Ethics a pprovals

• Appropriate ethics approvals are obtained prior to undertaking research. These are obtained in accordance with the requirements published on the Research Services website .
• Candidates who are awarded credit on the basis of prior studies or experience have a new submission date calculated.

Extension of candidature

• Candidates who are not able to complete by their submission date but wish to continue as a candidate for their degree should complete an Appl y for an extension of program eForm through ISIS Manage My Degree-HDR, prior to their program end date .
• An application for an extension of candidature is for a maximum of 24 units for a PhD or professional doctorate, and a maximum of 12 units for an MPhil, unless an alternative is approved by the Delegated Authority.
• A request will be considered only if:
• An applicant has completed the milestones that the Delegated Authority considers appropriate; and
• The Delegated Authority is satisfied that the candidate’s ability to complete and submit the thesis was adversely affected by illness or other extenuating circumstances.
• The application is approved by the Delegated Authority where it does not exceed the maximum degree completion time-limits specified in the Research Awards Rule .
• Where an application for extension of candidature exceeds the maximum degree completion time-limits specified in the Research Awards Rule , the application must be approved by the Associate Dean who specifies a new maximum time-limit for the candidate.
• Personal program leave taken while on an extension of program does not extend the submission date.
• Candidates in receipt of a scholarship must also apply to the scholarship provider for an extension of that scholarship, if eligible, as detailed in the Conditions of Award for the scholarship.

Concurrent s tudies

• A candidate wishing to undertake studies in a program at AQF Level 5 or higher, at ANU or elsewhere, whilst studying their higher degree by research applies in writing to the Delegated Authority for approval.
• The Delegated Authority notifies the candidate in writing of the outcome of the request.
• The University notes this on the candidate’s record.
• If a candidate undertakes studies outside of the program in which they are enrolled, whether at ANU or elsewhere, and without the approval of the Delegated Authority, they are in breach of the Research Awards Rule and may face an investigation under the Discipline Rules.

Conclusion of c andidature

• Submission and examination processes are covered under the Higher Degree by Research Examination s Policy and associated procedures.

Expiry of c andidature

• Candidates who are past their maximum submission date and either have not applied for an extension, or have applied for an extension but not been approved, are notified by the Delegated Authority that their candidature has expired.
• Candidates notify the University in writing if they wish to withdraw from their program by completing a Program Withdrawal / Voluntary Discontinuation eForm through ISIS Manage My Degree - HDR.
• Prior to withdrawing candidates are encouraged to discuss their options with their Supervisor, Chair of Panel, Delegated Authority, Associate Dean or the Dean of Students.
• The Registrar notifies the relevant parties of the request to withdraw.
• The Registrar organises the update of the student system following a withdrawal, effective from the date the advice is provided.
• The candidate is offered the opportunity of an exit interview with the Associate Dean.

Termination of c andidature

• Processes to terminate candidature are conducted in accordance with the Research Awards Rule .
• If a candidate is terminated they may be required to declare the termination on any future applications for study at a tertiary institution.

Responsible Officer:   Office of the Vice-Chancellor / Page Contact:   Contact ANU PhD Programs in Research School of Management The Research School of Management (RSM) has internationally recognised researchers who can supervise doctoral candidates on a diverse range of topics. To complete the PhD program, candidates who will do their research under the guidance of a supervisory panel, have to take four compulsory and two elective courses, be successful in the thesis proposal review process, and write a substantial thesis that is passed by external examiners. The Program Learning Outcomes for RSM’s PhD pertinent across its various disciplines are: Explain their philosophical approach and its incorporation into a significant research journey and the building of their doctoral identity. Problematise a complex social phenomenon within or across the domains of business and management studies that merits targeted study and research skills to advance scholarship and professional practice. Identify relevant databases to systematically retrieve applicable and appropriate literature to address research problems and ensuing questions. Critically and systematically review and discuss the extant body of complex knowledge within a domain to demonstrate the expertise and skills required for scholarly inquiry. Devise an effective research design, including a justification of the methodology(ies)  developed, adapted and implemented for the scholarly study of the topic of interest. Actively prioritise the conduct of responsible and ethical research within an environment that promotes scholarship and collegiality Develop insights into the discipline through expert and specialised analytical, research and technical skills as applied to the research data collected. Determine the contributions and implications of the research for the advancement of theoretical knowledge and practice. Propose future directions of research in the discipline based on original insights and  knowledge gained through a critical discussion of the findings of the research. Produce a manuscript in the form of a monograph or collection of scholarly articles to effectively communicate, disseminate and promote new insights within the academic community and society at large.  RSM staff have diverse research interests and can provide supervision across a range of topics in disciplines such as: Business Information Systems Corporate Social Responsibility Entrepreneurship Human Resource Management International Business Organisational Behaviour Project Management Strategic Management Read more about RSM  research areas and researchers . CRICOS #: 048345A Duration: 2 to 4 years full time (4 to 8 years part time) Before you submit an application for entry to the program, you should: ensure you meet the admission requirements outlined below identify potential supervisors – that is, one or two academics in RSM who conduct research in your area of interest. You can find information on researchers and their research areas in the  ANU researchers database  and on the  RSM research clusters page . You may contact the potential supervisor(s) directly and ask if they are available to work with you . You’ll need to list on your application form the name(s) of potential supervisors. Please note that applications will only be assessed when a supervisor is nominated and has agreed to supervise your proposed research. Potential supervisors cannot guarantee entry into RSM’s PhD program. Admission will depend on the strength of your application relative to others in the pool. After you’ve completed the steps above, you can proceed with an  online application . Application deadlines The first semester of the ANU academic year starts in February, and the second semester starts in July. While all applications for first semester entry must be submitted  before 31 October,  international applicants wishing to be considered for an  ANU scholarship  should submit their applications  before   31 August . To be considered for a scholarship, your application must be accompanied by all the supporting documents listed below, including the referee reports. Request for referee reports are triggered and sent to your nominated referees at the time of submission of program application. It is thus important that you submit your application in advance (2-3 weeks) to allow time for your referees to provide their reports prior to the scholarship deadline. If you’re currently completing an academic degree and haven’t yet received your final results and transcript, you should still submit all available documents before the deadline, and forward remaining results once you receive them. We won’t make a final decision on your application until we’ve received all the required documents. The admission requirements for a PhD program in RSM reflect the advanced knowledge that candidates will need to undertake the coursework component of the degree, and the research experience and skills needed to successfully undertake and complete the research thesis. The minimum qualification requirement for admission to the PhD program in RSM is: an Australian Bachelor degree with at least Second Class Honours Division A (First Class Honours highly preferred) or its international equivalent, which should include a substantial thesis component in a relevant discipline – such as management, marketing, international business, business information systems or psychology – from an approved university, or a Master of Philosophy (or equivalent) degree with a significant research thesis component, from an approved university, or a coursework Master degree comprising a research thesis counting towards no less than 25 per cent of the degree, with the thesis grade and overall GPA (grade point average) both being at least a 6.0 (distinction) on a 7-point scale, from an approved university. Admission to RSM’s PhD program is competitive and we can only admit a limited number of applicants each year. Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee you a place in the program. If you don’t satisfy the minimum entry standard for the School’s PhD program, you might consider applying to the MPhil program . If you’d like to consider this pathway, contact the RSM HDR (higher degree by research) convenor for more information. English language requirements All applicants must satisfy the University’s  English language admission requirements . An international applicant who is not a native English speaker may satisfy these requirements by submitting evidence of an  IELTS  overall score of at least 6.5, and with no component less than 6.0, or a paper-based  TOEFL  score of at least 570, with at least 4.5 in the essay component. Application and supporting documentation You must submit your application online via the  ANU Application Manager . In addition to the standard information required in the online application, you must submit the following supporting documents as part of your application: a completed RSM PhD/MPhil  application questionnaire academic transcripts (scanned colour copies) and grading systems for all previously completed degrees a research proposal (a maximum of three pages, single-spaced, including a list of key references) that outlines your proposed area of research, the questions you plan to address, a research model and the major research methods you intend to use as part of your PhD thesis—see these guidelines on how to  prepare a persuasive research proposal.  Please note that if your research proposal exceeds three pages, you will be asked to revise it to meet the three-page requirement before your application can be assessed an email confirmation from the nominated supervisor as evidence of their consent to supervise an up-to-date CV or resume copies of research publications (if available), e.g. research articles that you’ve published in recognised international journals or have presented at respected international conferences official  TOEFL  or  IELTS  results (where applicable) to demonstrate that you satisfy the University’s  English language requirements a one-page statement outlining your motivation to undertake a PhD in RSM, describing your strengths, weaknesses, career goals and anything else you feel is relevant nomination of three referees. A referee report form will automatically be sent to the referees you list in your online application. Your application will be complete and ready for assessment once we receive all documents, including referee reports GRE General Test  or  GMAT  scores (if taken) additional relevant supporting documents (if available – five-page limit). Offers of admission The HDR convenor will review all complete applications submitted by the relevant deadline. If your application is short-listed, you may be required to attend an interview (face to face or online). We may send you an offer of admission if you satisfy the eligibility criteria and your area of interest matches those of RSM academics with supervisory capacity. However, since admission is competitive and supervisory capacity is limited, we won’t send any offers of admission until  after the relevant application deadline , irrespective of the date when you submit your application. The PhD program in RSM consists of two components –  coursework  and  research . Candidates undertake the research component concurrently with the required coursework. PhD coursework component In the coursework component, PhD candidates learn the foundations of theories and research methods. PhD candidates should complete the following coursework requirements within the first 12 months of the commencement of their program as per ANU procedure – HDR – Candidature progression:  https://policies.anu.edu.au/ppl/document/ANUP_012810 Both of the following courses MGMT8006  Management Research Methods (Semester 1) MMIB8008  Theory in Management (Semester 1) One of the following courses in consultation with the primary supervisor SOCR8008  Qualitative Data Collection (Semester 1) SOCR8003  Qualitative Research Analysis (Semester 2) SOCR8001  Statistics for Social Scientists (Semester 1) [ This course is for candidates without foundational knowledge in statistics ] STAT7055  Introduction to Statistics for Business and Finance (Semester 1 or Semester 2) STAT7038  Regression Modelling (Semester 1 or Semester 2) [ This course is for candidates with foundational knowledge in statistics ] Two of the following courses in consultation with the primary supervisor MMIB8003  Special Research Topic 1 (Semester 1 or Semester 2) MMIB8004  Special Research Topic 2 (Semester 1 or Semester 2) SOCR8011  Mixed Methods Social Research (Winter term) SOCR8201  Introduction to Social Science Methods and Types of Data (Semester 1 or Spring Term) SOCR8203  Advanced Techniques in the Creation of Social Science Data (Winter term) Other courses approved by the primary supervisor and RSM HDR Program Convenor PhD research component In the research component, candidates contribute to their field of specialisation by writing a thesis under the guidance of a panel of supervisors. The thesis must demonstrate the candidate’s ability to undertake independent research, and make a significant contribution to one of the disciplines of RSM, with the potential to be published in leading journals in relevant disciplines. The thesis is typically 200 to 250 pages, with a maximum limit of 400 pages or 100,000 words. The thesis will be independently assessed by three external expert examiners of international standing. Candidates are expected to consult with their supervisory panel, which can assist, advise, and provide support and encouragement for a timely and successful completion of the thesis. Research supervisory panel When a candidate is admitted to the program, a primary supervisor is appointed. The primary supervisor has the responsibility of overseeing the candidate’s progress until a supervisory panel is chosen. During the first year of the program, it is important that candidates start developing their research topic ideas by consulting with their primary supervisor and other academic staff at RSM. In this year, a supervisory panel will also be chosen (typically comprising three academics). Based on the primary supervisor’s nominations, the HDR convenor will determine the composition of the supervisory panel in consultation with the candidate. The primary supervisor will provide close supervision on the research. Other panel members will assist when needed. At the very least, the panel members are required to read the final drafts of the thesis proposal and the dissertation. The panel is also consulted during the annual review of the candidate’s progress. RSM seminar program RSM runs a weekly seminar program, featuring internationally renowned speakers presenting their work. To provide learning and networking opportunities that assist in the development of research skills, all research candidates are required to attend and actively participate in the seminar series. Research integrity training Within three to six months of enrolment, all PhD candidates must complete the  Research Integrity Training  and pass the exam. Completion of this course and exam is a compulsory milestone for all PhD candidates. Thesis proposal review PhD candidates must develop their thesis proposal in the first year of their candidature, and submit it to their supervisory panel for review by the second year of study. The purpose of the thesis proposal review is to assess the originality, significance, adequacy and achievability of the candidate’s thesis plan. The candidate generally submits their thesis proposal in conjunction with their seminar presentation. The proposal includes a description of the research to be undertaken in the thesis, along with a summary of the thesis structure and time plan. Successful completion of the review is required to continue in the program. Annual progress review It is University policy that each candidate’s progress be reviewed periodically. In each year of their program, PhD candidates are required to submit an  annual plan and report  as a basis for periodic progress review. This document provides details on work completed by the candidate since the previous review, current progress, and any problems that may impact their research. It also outlines the coursework and research the candidate intends to undertake in the following 12 months. During their program, PhD candidates are expected to present their research yearly (when studying full-time) at opportunities provided by RSM, such as seminars, conferences and doctoral colloquiums. Oral presentation In their final year, candidates are required to give a final  oral presentation  on their research, usually three months before submitting their thesis. Read more about  research candidate milestones . Thesis submission and examination The culmination of a PhD program in RSM is a written thesis which, upon completion, is submitted for examination. The thesis is examined by experts in the relevant field. For more information on the process, visit our page on  submitting a thesis . For information about scholarships available to HDR candidates, visit our page on  scholarships and fees . Read details of some of our alumni’s recent  job placements . A list of current PhD candidates in the School is available on the  RSM staff directory . Current Students ANU College of Health & Medicine ANU College of Science Application to submit phd thesis by compilation, degree level. CHM/COS Requirements for a Thesis by Compilation A 'Thesis by Compilation' allows a candidate to submit his / her thesis for examination by published work. The number of publications is not prescriptive due to disciplinary variability, however should include at least three publications of which the majority are first author. All candidates are automatically set up to submit their thesis as a standard thesis. If you wish to submit your thesis as a 'Thesis by Compilation' you must submit an MMD-HDR "Change Working Thesis Details" eForm at least 12 months, and no later than 6 months before completing the 'Notification of Intent to Submit' (NOI) milestone eForm. This process requires approval from your Primary Supervisor and Delegated Authority. It is important to speak with your Primary Supervisor, Delegated Authority or HDR Administrator before requesting a change to your thesis format. Please see: " Change Working Thesis Details " webpage for more information on format types and procedure.  The University procedure ( ANU HDR - Thesis by Compilation and Thesis by Creative Works procedure ) also requires a detailed ‘statement of contribution’ to be included and bound into the thesis at the time of submission. This statement must detail the contribution to each paper, and include an agreement to the contribution statement and the inclusion of the paper by co-authors, using the ' Thesis by Compilation_Statement of Contribution ' template attached. To ensure this requirement is followed, the statement must be endorsed by the supervisor and the Delegated Authority before submission of the thesis. At least two months prior to submission, and after consulting with your supervisory panel, a candidate should commence the 'Notification of Intent to Submit (NoI)' milestone eForm (available via ISIS) indicating the thesis title, abstract, intended date of submission and thesis format. 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This ambitious research project aims to explore the societal impacts, ethical considerations, and regulatory frameworks surrounding the development and deployment of Language Model Agents—advanced AI systems powered by Large Language Models (LLMs), that are capable of autonomous action, decision-making, and tool usage. Terms, application details, and more information is in the document below. File attachments Call_for_PhD_Applications_LMAS_v5_1.pdf ( PDF , 208.17 KB ) Tweets by ‎@ANUcass There were no tweets found. Connect with us Updated:   20 August 2024 / Responsible Officer:   RSSS Director / Page Contact:   CASS Marketing & Communications Contact ANU Freedom of Information +61 2 6125 5111 The Australian National University, Canberra TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12002 (Australian University) CRICOS Provider : 00120C ABN : 52 234 063 906 Research School of Chemistry ANU College of Science Prof. adam perriman. Content navigation Adam Perriman is a Professor of Bioengineering and was recently appointed at the Australian National University (RSC and JCSMR) and holds a joint appointment with the School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, University of Bristol (UK). He is also Director of the Bristol Centre for Bioprinting. He is internationally distinguished for his pioneering research on the construction and study of novel synthetic biomolecular systems, and his research interests span the fields of chemistry, synthetic biology and tissue engineering. His contributions to this field of interdisciplinary science led to him being named a Wellcome Trust Frontiers Innovator in 2015, and in 2016, he was awarded the British Biophysical Society Young Investigator's Award and Medal. In 2019, he was named a UK Research and Innovation Future Leaders Fellow. In 2017 he founded the cell therapy spinout biotech company CytoSeek , which has raised in excess of $10M (CytoSeek: https://www.cytoseek.uk/). His research into the development of novel biomaterials has generated extensive media coverage and has been featured nationally in Royal Society of Chemistry’s Chemistry World , The Chemical Engineer , New Scientist , and internationally in Nature , Nature Chemistry and Chemical and Engineering News ( C&EN ). This research also led to nationally-broadcast interviews on BBC4. The Perriman Group at the ANU comprises four postdoctoral researchers and Prof Perriman, are we are looking for enthusiastic and talented honours and PhD students. Affiliations Perriman Research Group Chemical Biology (RSC) Division Genome Science and Cancer (JCSMR) School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine (UoBristol, UK) 2019 UK Research and Innovation Future Leader Fellowship. 2019 Launch Great Western Rising Star Award. 2017 SynbiCITE 4 Day MBA Best Synthetic Biology Start-Up, 2017. 2016 British Biophysical Society Young Investigator's Award and Medal. 2015 Named a Wellcome Trust's Frontiers Innovator. 2013 Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council Early Career fellowship. 2010 Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council Postdoctoral fellowship supported by Cross-Disciplinary Interfaces Programme . Chemical Biology , Member Research interests The Perriman Research Group is an interdisciplinary research initiative with a strong focus on the development of novel bionanomaterials and engineered living materials (ELMs) for use in regenerative and synthetic biology with transcendental applications. 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( ABC News: Matt Roberts ) The jury in the trial of a former PhD student from the Australian National University accused of raping a woman twice while on a picnic for his birthday has failed to reach a verdict after nearly four days of deliberations. The 38-year-old man was charged with two counts of sexual assault after a picnic with the alleged victim at a secluded spot at the Cotter Reserve just outside Canberra in 2020. What's next? The case will go before a registrar later this month. It's not yet clear whether there will be a retrial. Warning: This story contains graphic details of an alleged sexual assault. During the two-week trial, the ACT Supreme Court heard that on the day of the alleged rape, the pair had a picnic in the car, drank wine from a bottle and put towels on the windows for privacy. They both gave graphic accounts of what was alleged to have happened next. The man said he gagged the woman and tied her hands, telling the court she said "yes" when he asked if she was ready. But the woman said she told him she did not feel comfortable and tried to mouth the word "no". The man rejected her account, saying he "checked in" with her to make sure she was OK, adding that she replied by saying "yes, daddy", and telling him she loved him. Prosecutor Trent Hickey challenged the man's version of events. "You know she is traumatised from what you did?" Mr Hickey asked. "I do not accept she is traumatised from anything I've done," the man responded. Woman allegedly 'love-bombed' by accused A key issue in the case was the status of their relationship. The court heard the pair had exchanged thousands of messages — many sexual in tone — in the lead-up to the alleged incident. The woman admitted she had fallen for the man after he "love-bombed" her. "You fell head over heels for him?" the man's lawyer, Andrew Tiedt, asked. "Yes, at the start," she replied. The woman maintained she believed the man had been her boyfriend but the man told the jury he was polyamorous and did not regard her as his girlfriend. The woman also recounted the man's reaction after she told him she was in pain following the alleged rape. She said he told her she was overreacting and threatened to shoot or stab her, her parents and her dog if she became a liability. The man said later when the pair drove to another park, the woman gave him a birthday card asking him to leave his wife, which he refused to do. The woman said she went home and scrubbed herself in the shower for hours, which was backed up by a family member. A text message the woman sent the man later that night was a pivotal issue in the case. "Good night my Texas Daddy, I am in a bit of pain but I think it will settle, I hope you had a beautiful birthday, I love you," it read. Mr Tiedt challenged the woman, saying she was keen to have sex with him again. The woman described that as "bullshit". She told the court she sent the message because she was scared and keen to placate him. Second woman gives evidence In an unusual move, the prosecution was allowed to call for evidence from a second woman who alleged she had been raped by the same man, though he was not charged over the matter. A police officer gave evidence to say the two women did not know each other. The court heard the second woman had told the man she did not want to have sex with him but he had done it anyway and said immediately afterwards that "that can never happen again". The pair had been friends but after the incident, they stopped their frequent messaging. The man said it was because of a falling-out over an argument. But Mr Hickey reminded the jury there were messages between the two later when the woman said "you did the wrong thing" and he replied, "yeah, I know". Mr Hickey also challenged the man over his detailed memory of both events and asked how he could remember so much detail so many years later. "It was quite a lot of fun," he said. The jury had been deliberating since Friday but this afternoon told Chief Justice Lucy McCallum it was unable to reach a unanimous verdict and was discharged. "A person should not be acquitted or found guilty unless 12 people agree," Chief Justice McCallum said. "It's clear that you have done your best and it doesn't mean that you have failed. "It means the system has succeeded." The case will go before a registrar later this month. It is not yet clear whether there will be a retrial. The Australian Olympian 'Raygun' went viral for her breaking moves. Now she's defending them. Rachael Gunn, known as "Raygun," is an Australian B-girl (break-girl) who competed at the Olympics . She lost three battles in the round-robin part of the competition, but her moves went viral online. Gunn and sporting organizations are speaking out about harassment and misinformation after her performance. Breaking made its debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics — and while she didn't earn a spot on the podium, the Australian breaker Rachael Gunn, known as Raygun, has received plenty of recognition online. Gunn is a 36-year-old lecturer at Macquarie University in Sydney whose research focuses on the "cultural politics of breaking," according to her faculty profile . But Gunn's time on the Olympic stage was short-lived. The B-girl was eliminated during the round-robin stage of the women's breaking competition, losing in one-on-one battles to the United States' Logistx, France's Syssy, and Lithuania's Nicka. Raygun didn't earn a point in any of those battles, but as clips of her performance spread online, she got something else: instant meme status. Here's what you need to know about Raygun now that the breaking competition is over. Raygun is an academic who studies breaking — and she competes internationally Before Gunn went to the Olympics, she approached the 2024 Games from an academic perspective. With her coauthor, Lucas Marie, Gunn published an article in the June 2023 issue of Global Hip Hop Studies titled "The Australian breaking scene and the Olympic Games: The possibilities and politics of sportification." The article examined how the Olympics' institutionalization would affect the Australian breaking scene. Alongside her academic career, Gunn is a competing B-girl. But before she got into breaking, she had experience with ballroom dancing, jazz, hip-hop, salsa, and tap, The Australian Women's Weekly reported. Gunn told The Sydney Morning Herald that her husband, Samuel Free, introduced her to breaking in 2008 while they were at university. Free is still her coach, she said. Gunn told Women's Weekly that breaking "hooked" her in 2012, around the time that she began her doctoral program in cultural studies. She began competing more seriously in 2018 and eventually set her sights on the Olympics. According to her university profile, she was the top-ranked B-girl of the Australian Breaking Association in 2020 and 2021, representing the country at the World DanceSport Federation Breaking Championships in 2021, 2022, and 2023. She also won the WDSF Oceania Breaking Championships in 2023. "My bag always has two main things: It's like, my knee pads and my laptop," Gunn said on the podcast " The Female Athlete Project ." "Because I need my knee-pads to break. And then, yeah, just do some emails quickly. Or like, do some revisions on a chapter I submitted, or copyedit this article I did, or moderate those grades." The athlete also told the Herald that she preferred to wear "baggy jeans and a baggy T-shirt" while breaking. "I like the heaviness they bring," Gunn said. "Maybe it's my background in hip-hop, but having weight closer to the ground works for me, gets me in the right headspace." Raygun's performances at the Olympics sparked memes and criticism Raygun took the stage at the Olympics wearing a tracksuit in Australia's green and gold, breaking out moves that included hopping like a kangaroo. Her performances attracted attention online and memes that compared her moves to, among other things, dancing children. Related stories The fact that RayGun has a Ph.D in breakdancing is its own commentary on academia vs real world expertise. https://t.co/pQcL8HzAW9 — BioTechSnack (@SnackBioTech) August 9, 2024 me forcing my mom to watch the dance i made up in the pool pic.twitter.com/zbtwEFjpTG — kenzi (@kenzianidiot) August 9, 2024 Judges made the right call here because what was that move lol #Olympics #Breakdancing pic.twitter.com/sXAs9AdHjX — MⓞNK BLOODY P👑s (@MonkeyBlood) August 9, 2024 But some critics argued that Raygun's performance didn't represent breaking — a sport that will not return to the 2028 Games in Los Angeles. Breaking came from Black and brown communities in the Bronx in the 1970s. Malik Dixon, an African American man who lives in Australia, told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation that Gunn came off as "somebody who was toying with the culture" during a significant moment for the sport. (You can watch the 2024 Olympic events — including Raygun's full performance — on Peacock.) Raygun qualified for the Olympics through the Oceania Breaking Championships There were three ways to qualify for breaking at the Olympics, which the World Dance Sport Federation (WDSF) outlined in April 2022: at the WDSF championship in Belgium in September 2023, in a continental qualifier, or in an Olympic qualifier series held in 2024. Gunn qualified regionally by winning the WDSF Oceania Breaking Championships, which were held in Sydney in October 2023. AUSBreaking organized the Oceania Breaking Championships, according to the WDSF . AUSBreaking posted on Instagram about the Oceanic Olympic qualifying event on Instagram in September 2023, announcing in a September 25, 2023 post that competitor registration was open. The panel of judges was composed of 10 breakers from multiple countries, led by head judge Katsu One of Japan. Per the Sydney Morning Herald, Gunn was the highest-scoring B-girl on day one of the championships. She won two battles on the second day to secure her title and a qualifying spot in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. AUSBreaking released a statement on Instagram Monday about the selection process, saying that the qualifying event was "open to all interested participants in the Oceanic region," conducted in line with WDSF standards, and adjudicated by an international panel that used the same judging system as the 2024 Olympics. "Ultimately, Rachael Gunn and Jeff Dunne emerged as the top performers in exactly the same process, securing their spots to represent Australia in Paris," the statement reads. "Their selection was based solely on their performance in their battles on that day." Raygun and sporting organizations have spoken out about misinformation after her performance Claims have circulated online that Gunn unfairly obtained her spot in the games. Posts online, as reported by the Australian Associated Press , claimed that Gunn's husband was one of the judges in her qualifying event. One petition hosted on Change.org claimed that she established the governing body that ran the selection process. That petition was eventually removed after it was placed under review, per an archived snapshot . A representative for Change.org confirmed to Business Insider on Thursday that the petition had been flagged for misinformation, reviewed per the platform's community guidelines, and removed from the platform. "Change.org maintains strict guidelines against content that constitutes harassment, bullying, or spreading false information. We take such matters seriously and remove any content that violates these standards to protect our users and uphold the integrity of our community," the rep said in an email statement to BI. Despite the online claims, Free was not one of the judges at Gunn's qualifying event. And Gunn did not establish AUSBreaking. The organization said in a statement that it was founded by its president Lowe Napalan in 2019, and "at no point" was Gunn "the founder, an executive, committee member, or in any position of leadership." The Australian Olympic Commission (AOC) also released a statement condemning the Change.org petition, and demanding its removal. It also said that by winning the Oceania championship, Gunn was "legitimately nominated" by DanceSport Australia to the AOC to represent Australia at the Olympics. "The petition has stirred up public hatred without any factual basis. It's appalling," AOC chief executive officer Matt Carroll said in the statement. "No athlete who has represented their country at the Olympic Games should be treated in this way and we are supporting Dr. Gunn and Anna Meares at this time." In a video uploaded to her personal Instagram account, Gunn said that she was "honored" to have represented Australia and breaking during its Olympic debut. But the "hate" that followed was "devastating," she said. When it came to misinformation around her qualification, Gunn referred viewers to previously issued statements from the AOC and AUSBreaking. Raygun and breaking judges have defended her Olympic performance At a press conference on Saturday, the day after Gunn's competition, Anna Meares, the head of the Australian team, responded to criticism of Gunn online. "I love Rachael, and I think that what has occurred on social media with trolls and keyboard warriors, and taking those comments and giving them airtime, has been really disappointing," Meares said, per ESPN . "Raygun is an absolutely loved member of this Olympic team. She has represented the Olympic team, the Olympic spirit with great enthusiasm. And I absolutely love her courage," Meares continued. "I love her character, and I feel very disappointed for her, that she has come under the attack that she has." During a press conference on Sunday, Martin Gilian, the Olympic breaking head judge, defended Gunn's performance, saying breaking was "all about originality" and representing your roots, the Australian Broadcasting Corporation reported. "This is exactly what Raygun was doing," Gilian said. "She got inspired by her surroundings, which in this case, for example, was a kangaroo." Gunn said during the Saturday press conference that "all of my moves are original," ESPN reported. She told The Guardian that her biggest strength was "creativity." "I was never going to beat these girls on what they do best, the dynamic and the power moves, so I wanted to move differently, be artistic and creative," Gunn told The Guardian, "because how many chances do you get that in a lifetime to do that on an international stage. I was always the underdog and wanted to make my mark in a different way." This story was originally published on August 12, 2024, and has been updated to include the latest information and statements from those involved. Main content 175 IMAGES Anu PHD Guidelines PDF ANU PhD Scholarships 2023-24, Australia PhD new rules 2022 Applying for a PhD and MPhil program at ANU Acharya Nagarjuna University Research Rules PhD at ANU Research School Of Biology COMMENTS HDR policies & procedures At ANU there are rules and guidelines that govern your responsibilities and requirements as a student. Some of these are specific to higher degree research (HDR) candidates, while others apply to ANU students and staff more broadly.The most important of the HDR policy documents is the Research Awards Rule; the federal legislation which underpins the ANU HDR policy framework of policies ... 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ANU Policy Library A candidate not approved to study outside the University normally must attend the ANU campus for a minimum of: For a PhD: For 72 units (1.5 years as a full-time candidate and 3 years as a part-time candidate); or; For an MPhil: For 48 units (1 year as a full-time candidate or 2 years as a part-time candidate). PhD Programs in Research School of Management The Program Learning Outcomes for RSM's PhD pertinent across its various disciplines are: Explain their philosophical approach and its incorporation into a significant research journey and the building of their doctoral identity. Problematise a complex social phenomenon within or across the domains of business and management studies that ... Application to submit PhD Thesis by compilation All candidates are automatically set up to submit their thesis as a standard thesis. 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Call for PhD Applicants: Language Model Agents and Society working with The Machine Intelligence and Normative Theory (MINT) Lab at the ANU is seeking highly motivated PhD candidates to work under the supervision of Professor Seth Lazar on its new project on Language Model Agents and Society, on funded scholarships totalling $50,000AUD per year in 2025, 2026 and 2027. Prof. Adam Perriman The Perriman Group at the ANU comprises four postdoctoral researchers and Prof Perriman, are we are looking for enthusiastic and talented honours and PhD students. Affiliations Perriman Research Group Chemical Biology (RSC) Division Genome Science and Cancer (JCSMR) School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine (UoBristol, UK) CytoSeek Awards 2019 ... 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