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The University of Sydney - Arts and Social Sciences (Postgraduate) Handbook 2022

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Doctor of Philosophy

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy is a University degree governed by Resolutions set down by the Academic Board.

Candidates should be familiar with the Academic Board documents Thesis and Examination of Higher Degree by Research Policy 2015 and University of Sydney (Higher Degree by Research) Rule 2011.

See Policy Online sydney.edu.au/policy for the most up-to-date versions of these resolutions.

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