Doctor of Philosophy - Urban and Regional Planning

Curtin University

Doctoral Degrees prepares students to acquire a systematic and critical understanding of a complex field of learning and specialised research skills to advance learning and/or professional practice corresponding to AQF level 10 qualifications. Curtin is widely recognised for applied research firmly focused on solving real-world problems. Underpinning our research endeavours are strong partnerships with industry, business and government, which result in outcomes that greatly benefit the broader community locally, nationally and globally. Our international reputation for being a strong partner in industry-driven research ensures our graduates enjoy outstanding opportunities to become innovators in their fields.What you'll learndemonstrate expert understanding of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on that knowledge and their practicethink critically, evaluate existing knowledge and ideas, undertake systematic investigation and reflect on theory and practice to generate original knowledgeapply expert creative, technical and professional skills to the field of work or learningexplain and critique theoretical propositions, methodologies and conclusionspresent a complex investigation of originality or original research for external examination against international standardscommunicate complex research concepts, plans and outcomes to the general community, peers and the national and international research communitydesign, implement, analyse, theorise and communicate research that makes a significant and original contribution to knowledge and/or professional practice

Faculty of Humanities

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