Research Student Program
The minimum period of candidature for a PhD is two years and the maximum period is four years for full-time candidates and eight years for part-time candidates. Extensions may be granted in special circumstances. Part-time candidates must be able to spend on average throughout the year at least 20 hours a week on a program of research and advanced study and attend the University on an average of at least once a week (when not in the field) for consultation with their supervisors.
The PhD by research program includes the presentation of a thesis embodying the results of the student's work. The thesis for a PhD must form a distinct contribution to the knowledge of the subject and afford evidence of originality by the discovery of new facts or the exercise of independent critical power. A candidate's program of study must be supervised by a member of the fulltime academic staff of the University, or an approved part-time member of academic staff.
For further information about postgraduate research at Macquarie University, click here or here.
CRSI holds monthly seminars for HDR students. For this semester's program. All Macquarie University HDR students are welcome. Click here for current program.