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School of Medicine and Psychology · ANU College of Science and Medicine
The major component of a research program is a substantial written work known as a thesis, which investigates a particular subject or issue. As a research student you will work with increased independence, under the direction of an academic supervisor and a supervisory panel of academic staff. The Doctor of Philosophy at the ANU School of Medicine and Psychology focuses on applied medical and clinical research. There are more than 100 conjoint staff working in The Canberra, Calvary and South East NSW hospitals and surrounding practices who have academic appointments at ANU. One aspect of the program encompasses studies that aim to translate findings from basic science (eg lab bench based study) into the clinic. For more information on areas of active research please view the School of Medicine and Psychology website .
Thesis of up to 100,000 words.
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
ANU research candidates are required to meet a number of progress milestones including an initial Annual Plan, completion of Research Integrity Training, and other requirements. All milestones must be completed satisfactorily and are progression hurdles.
One unit of enrolment is equivalent to 1 week, full-time and 2 weeks part-time. It is expected that Candidates will enrol in a minimum of 96 units and a maximum of 192 units across the duration of the program.
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