Make an original and significant contribution to knowledge in the fields of Taxation or Business Law under the tutelage of high profile academics.

The School of Taxation and Business Law offers a choice of a 3- or 4-year PhD program. The 4-year Business School Doctoral program is offered full-time and includes an extended coursework program and the opportunity to participate in training for future academic roles. The 3-year PhD may be taken full-time or part-time.

4-year Program Overview

The aim of the UNSW Business School's Doctoral Program in Taxation and Business Law is to train you with the skills to identify, analyse and solve problems using original academic research in this field.

Rigorous coursework will be undertaken dealing with a range of research methods, and the theoretical foundations of tax policy or business law policy and regulation. This is followed by full-time research culminating in a doctoral thesis.

You will be involved in research projects from an early stage and enjoy the interdisciplinary engagement with a high-quality cohort of research students across the whole Business School. There will also be exciting opportunities to develop your teaching portfolio.

Ultimately, your PhD thesis will showcase your research skills and contributions your research makes to knowledge by offering original insights into the field.

3-year Program Overview

The PhD requires a minimum of three and a maximum of four years full-time study or can be undertaken part-time. It requires submission of a thesis, usually not exceeding 100,000 words. You will be supervised by experts in your chosen area, who will help you develop insights and your critical research skills in a supportive and stimulating environment. Compulsory courses include research ethics, research methods and data management. Ongoing enrollment requires confirmation of candidature between 9 to 12 months full-time equivalent. Confirmed candidates will then have annual progress reviews.

* 4 Year Business School Doctoral Studies Program

• The equivalent of a three-year undergraduate degree plus an equivalent postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline with an overall average grade of at least 75 (Distinction).

OR

• The equivalent of multiple undergraduate degrees (e.g. a dual degree) with at least one in a relevant discipline and an overall average grade of at least 75 (Distinction).

OR

• The equivalent of a four-year degree of Bachelor with first or upper second-class Honours in a relevant discipline.

* 3 Year PhD

• A four-year undergraduate degree with honours class IIA or higher in a related discipline; or
• A strong masters by research degree in a related discipline; or
• An equivalent academic qualification or level of experience