Doctor of Philosophy - Agricultural Sciences (DR-PHILAGR) // Attributes, outcomes and skills

Intended learning outcomes

Upon completion of the PhD, the graduate researcher will be able to:

• demonstrate command of a substantial and complex body of knowledge at the forefront of a discipline;
• independently and systematically engage in critical reflection, synthesis and evaluation;
• independently and systematically develop, adapt and implement research methodologies to extend and redefine existing knowledge;
• independently and systematically generate original knowledge and understanding such that they can make a substantial contribution to a discipline;
• disseminate research findings effectively in the professional arena and in an international context;
• demonstrate autonomy, authoritative judgement and responsibility as an expert and scholar;
• demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, research ethics and integrity.

Graduate attributes