48 monthsProgramme duration
29 Jun, 2026Application Deadline
JulStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
We see real people creating real results and our Doctor of Philosophy (Industry) will arm you with the practical expertise to make a real difference in your industry and career. CQU's PhD (Industry) is a professional-practice doctorate, combining preparatory research coursework, research coursework and dissertation to prepare you to bring high-level research analysis and critical thinking to your profession. Designed to build on your industry experience, you will have the choice of completing an industry placement or advanced coursework to align with your research project and enhance your professional expertise.
The PhD (Industry) is designed to cater to individuals with industry or academic experience who wish to undertake a research degree. The course will prepare you to bring high-level research analysis and critical thinking skills to bear on your existing leadership and/or management roles. Over a standard duration of four years, the course offers a supportive entry into research, enabling you to become familiar with the language, techniques and expectations of research before embarking on your PhD-level project. The course structure includes high-quality coursework, research coursework and research dissertation (project and thesis) elements in a unique and flexible combination that can be tailored to you.
The PhD (Industry) also offers a robust model of student support, including cohort-style supervisory teams, guidance and instruction from academic staff in research coursework; the provision of generous access to resources to directly support your research project and conference activity, and study support, training, events and research culture through the School of Graduate Research.
The course is governed by the Doctor of Philosophy (Industry) Course Rules which provide details regarding all aspects of admission, progression, submission and examination of your thesis.
The PhD (Industry) is designed to cater to individuals with industry or academic experience who wish to undertake a research degree. The course will prepare you to bring high-level research analysis and critical thinking skills to bear on your existing leadership and/or management roles. Over a standard duration of four years, the course offers a supportive entry into research, enabling you to become familiar with the language, techniques and expectations of research before embarking on your PhD-level project. The course structure includes high-quality coursework, research coursework and research dissertation (project and thesis) elements in a unique and flexible combination that can be tailored to you.
The PhD (Industry) also offers a robust model of student support, including cohort-style supervisory teams, guidance and instruction from academic staff in research coursework; the provision of generous access to resources to directly support your research project and conference activity, and study support, training, events and research culture through the School of Graduate Research.
The course is governed by the Doctor of Philosophy (Industry) Course Rules which provide details regarding all aspects of admission, progression, submission and examination of your thesis.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
We see real people creating real results and our Doctor of Philosophy (Industry) will arm you with the practical expertise to make a real difference in your industry and career. CQU's PhD (Industry) is a professional-practice doctorate, combining preparatory research coursework, research coursework and dissertation to prepare you to bring high-level research analysis and critical thinking to your profession. Designed to build on your industry experience, you will have the choice of completing an industry placement or advanced coursework to align with your research project and enhance your professional expertise.
The PhD (Industry) is designed to cater to individuals with industry or academic experience who wish to undertake a research degree. The course will prepare you to bring high-level research analysis and critical thinking skills to bear on your existing leadership and/or management roles. Over a standard duration of four years, the course offers a supportive entry into research, enabling you to become familiar with the language, techniques and expectations of research before embarking on your PhD-level project. The course structure includes high-quality coursework, research coursework and research dissertation (project and thesis) elements in a unique and flexible combination that can be tailored to you.
The PhD (Industry) also offers a robust model of student support, including cohort-style supervisory teams, guidance and instruction from academic staff in research coursework; the provision of generous access to resources to directly support your research project and conference activity, and study support, training, events and research culture through the School of Graduate Research.
The course is governed by the Doctor of Philosophy (Industry) Course Rules which provide details regarding all aspects of admission, progression, submission and examination of your thesis.
The PhD (Industry) is designed to cater to individuals with industry or academic experience who wish to undertake a research degree. The course will prepare you to bring high-level research analysis and critical thinking skills to bear on your existing leadership and/or management roles. Over a standard duration of four years, the course offers a supportive entry into research, enabling you to become familiar with the language, techniques and expectations of research before embarking on your PhD-level project. The course structure includes high-quality coursework, research coursework and research dissertation (project and thesis) elements in a unique and flexible combination that can be tailored to you.
The PhD (Industry) also offers a robust model of student support, including cohort-style supervisory teams, guidance and instruction from academic staff in research coursework; the provision of generous access to resources to directly support your research project and conference activity, and study support, training, events and research culture through the School of Graduate Research.
The course is governed by the Doctor of Philosophy (Industry) Course Rules which provide details regarding all aspects of admission, progression, submission and examination of your thesis.
Admission Requirements
62+
79+
6.5+
176+
Entry to the PhD (Industry) will require a coursework masters degree combined with a three or four-year bachelor-level qualification or equivalent in a field relevant to the proposed research study topic, plus a minimum of three years experience in a relevant professional setting.
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