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Research School of Accounting · ANU College of Business and Economics
The PhD program in Accounting is offered by the Research School of Accounting (RSA). The program draws upon the supervision and research expertise of academics within RSA, and offers various opportunities for higher degree by research (HDR) candidates to immerse themselves in the School’s vibrant research community. The major component of this research course 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. While the program focuses on preparing candidates for an academic career, many of the skills it provides are readily transferable to senior industry positions in professional services, business analysis, accounting, finance, auditing, tax, commercial law, and quantitative analysis.
The culmination of the Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting is a written thesis which, upon completion, is submitted for examination. The thesis is examined by experts in the relevant field. The PhD requires the submission and successful examination of a thesis of up to 100,000 words on an approved topic.
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, Annual Plans & Reports, the Thesis Proposal Review, and the final Oral Presentation of their research. All milestones must be completed satisfactorily and are progression hurdles.
Students are expected to spend 10 hours per 6 units of enrolment per week on the course. This includes time spent on conducting research on the chosen topic, thesis writing, preparing for course requirements and meeting with their supervisor.
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