Common use of Doctoral Degree Clause in Contracts

Doctoral Degree. The Doctoral Degree represents the highest level of postgraduate study. In Australia, the Doctoral Degree most commonly undertaken is the research doctorate or the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) which usually involves a searching review of literature, experimentation or other systematic approach to the relevant body of knowledge. This qualification recognises a substantial original contribution to knowledge in the form of new knowledge or significant and original adaptation, or application and interpretation of existing knowledge. It normally requires three years full‐time study following a Masters or Bachelor Honours Degree (First Class or Second Class, upper division). Requirements for the professional doctorate are similar, but include significant professional practice either prior to and/or as part of the program, and have research outcomes that advance professional practice rather than deepen a field of knowledge.

Doctoral Degree. The Doctoral Degree represents the highest level of postgraduate study. In Australia, the Doctoral Degree most commonly undertaken is the research doctorate or the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) which usually involves a searching review of literature, experimentation or other systematic approach to the relevant body of knowledge. This The Award of this qualification recognises a substantial original contribution to knowledge in the form of new knowledge or significant and original adaptation, or application and interpretation of existing knowledge. It normally requires three years full‐time of full-time study following a Masters or Honours Bachelor Honours Degree (First Class or Second Class, upper division). Requirements for the professional doctorate are similar, but include significant professional practice either prior to and/or as part of the program, and have research outcomes that advance professional practice rather than deepen a field of knowledgeprogramme.