Doctor of Philosophy – Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities

Complete yourDoctor of Philosophy – Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities programme from Victoria Universityin a research institute dedicated to improving our cities and communities through scientific, technological, creative and social innovation.

The Doctor of Philosophy – Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities programme from Victoria University offers exceptional opportunities to study in a supportive research community, with well-established connections to businesses, industry, educational institutions, the legal sector and government.

You’ll complete an original doctoral thesis at the forefront of its field, and learn to present your findings in a wide variety of contexts appropriate to your study area, such as publications, conferences, and creative works.

You’ll receive expert supervision from researchers in our ‘Sustainable industries and liveable cities’ group, which offers leadership in our focus areas.

Your study will address important contemporary issues such as:

• artificial intelligence and intelligent information systems

• business and financial systems

• climate change, alternative energies and conservation

• cultural diversity, arts and social justice, religious and racial discrimination

• economic modelling

• education systems, policies and practices for diverse communities

• fire engineering and structural mechanics

• Indigenous cultures and communities

Careers

Following your PhD, you’ll be ready for a research or management career in the private or public sectors, or to become an academic. These are usually high-level roles, and paid accordingly.Visit the Jobs and Skills Australia website for more information about potential salaries for:

• policy and planning managers

• university lecturers.

Courses include:

• Research Thesis

• Doctoral Industry Project Placement

• Research Integrity and Ethics

• Conceptualising and Contextualising Research