Professional doctorates
A Professional Doctorate focuses on the issues and problems of a particular profession. It will help you develop your ability to undertake independent research that makes an original contribution to your profession. One third of assessed work is coursework that is incorporated into, and supports the development of your thesis.
Entry requirements for a Professional Doctorate are similar to those for Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) plus additional requirements below.
We offer the following Professional Doctorates.
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Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
Entry requirements
Masters of Business or equivalent, plus a minimum of two years appropriate work experience. You must have average grades of at least H2A/Distinction (above 70 per cent).
Duration
3-4 years full time study, or part time equivalent.
Course requirements
You are required to submit a 45,000 - 65,000 word thesis. Your final result will depend on the examination of your thesis.
Applications
International applicants must submit your application through Victoria University International.
Australian applicants must submit an application for Admission to a Masters by Research or a Doctorate with supporting documentation to Admissions and Enrolments, St Albans Campus, PO Box 14428, Melbourne, VIC, 8001.
Doctorate of Education (EdD)
Entry requirements
Applicants must complete a Bachelor of Education (H1 or H2A), Master of Education (Research), or Master of Education (Coursework - H2A or higher), or an acceptable alternative Masters qualification, plus a minimum of three years professional experience.
Duration
A Doctorate of Education requires three to four years full time study, or part time equivalent.
Course requirements
You are required to submit a 50,000 - 60,000 word thesis. Your final result will depend on the examination of your thesis.
Applications
International applicants must submit an application through Victoria University International.
Australian applicants must submit an application for Admission to a Masters by Research or a Doctorate with supporting documentation to Admissions and Enrolments, St Albans Campus, PO Box 14428, Melbourne, VIC, 8001.
Doctor of Psychology & Doctor of Applied Psychology
These are coursework professional doctorates and are completed through a combination of coursework, supervised professional practice and a major research project.
Entry requirements
Applicants must complete the first year of the Master of Psychology or Applied Psychology program. Selection is based on academic progress within the masters, the suitability and scope of the thesis topic, and references from academic staff.
Duration
A Doctorate of Psychology and Doctorate of Applied Psychology requires three years full time study, or part time equivalent.
Course requirements
You are required to submit a 40,000 word thesis. Your final result will depend on the examination of your thesis.
Applications
You must submit an application for a postgraduate coursework program.
Master/Doctor of Social Work
Entry requirements
You can transfer to the Doctor of Social Work following the successful completion of the first semester of the Master of Social Work.
Duration
Master of Social Work requires 2 years full time study, or part time equivalent. Doctor of Social Work requires three years full time study, or part time equivalent.
Course requirements
You are required to submit a 50,000 - 60,000 word thesis in the Doctor of Social Work. Your final result will depend on the examination of your thesis.
Applications
International applicants must submit an application through Victoria University International.
Australian applicants must submit an application for Admission to a Masters by Research or a Doctorate with supporting documentation to Admissions and Enrolments, St Albans Campus, PO Box 14428, Melbourne, VIC, 8001.
Contact us
If you require further information please contact the Graduate Research Centre or the College relevant to your area of study.