Doctoral (PhD) Studies
- Doctoral research in the field of Women's Studies
- The Program
- Supervision and research areas
- Supervision and research areas
- Scholarships
Doctoral research in the field of Women's Studies
Women's Studies is an exciting interdisciplinary field of study that seeks to bring innovative theory and research techniques to the study of women's lives, their status in society, and the dilemmas and contradictions in gender relations and sexualities. The interdisciplinary nature of Women's Studies scholarship is an important feature of its success and promise. In our program we strive to provide our graduates with a broad knowledge of, and a familiarity with, feminist theory and methodology. Our research students pursue a diverse range of important and innovative research projects. You can look at what some our students are studying here .
The Program
Students enrolled for the degree of PhD in Women's Studies are required to produce a thesis of between 60,000-90,000 words, on a topic of relevance to the area of Women's Studies. This topic must be approved by the graduate adviser in Women's Studies and the nominated academic supervisor(s) with whom the candidate is working. There is currently no coursework component to this program.
Students in the Women's Studies PhD program also participate in the Women's Studies Cohort Group that meets regularly to offer practical support and guidance on general research and writing issues. The group also provides students with opportunities for professional development through seminars on building research careers, developing teaching skills, writing for publication etc. It also forms the basis of a peer social network. These groups have been highly effective in breaking down student isolation and in helping students stay on track through to the completion of their degree.
Supervision and research areas
Individual members of the Centre list their current research interests and supervision areas on their personal pages. You can also consult information on affiliated School staff and Associate staff located elsewhere in the Faculty and across the University.
The Faculty of Arts postgraduate information pages provide you with information on entry requirements for doctoral study, admission procedures, fees and regulations governing candidature. Click here to view the relevant page.
Prospective international students should also consult the admissions information for international candidates.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to suitably qualified candidates for research higher degrees. The minimum requirement for scholarship applicants is usually a first class honours degree (or its equivalent). The regular scholarship round closes annually in October.