Throughout their candidature, each student works with the guidance of their supervisory team as agreed on the development and completion of the thesis comprising the final creative work presentation and the written dissertation. Work with the supervisory team includes written research supervision and performance-based supervision (instrumental, vocal, conducting) as appropriate to the needs of the student.
Through enrolment in Creative Work Seminar and in elective units of study during the first full-time year or equivalent, students develop skills and knowledge to support development of research-led performance and scholarship.
Candidates should plan their candidature in consultation with their supervisory team, including the date for presentation of the final creative work.
In addition to the information given below, candidates must fulfil the requirements stated in the Progress Plan, and in the University rule and policies relevant to higher degrees by research.
The University of Sydney introduced a new coursework requirement for Higher Degree by Research students commencing from Research Period 1 2021. Coursework is intended to give students the opportunity to take units of study that expand their existing skills or work toward developing novel capabilities that will complement their research and career development. Units of study students can choose to fulfil the Higher Degree by Research coursework requirement are listed in Table R of the Interdisciplinary Studies Handbook. Students can enrol in units of study in Sydney Student and plan professional and academic development activities with their supervisors in the Research Education Candidature System. Award requirements for each degree are outlined in the respective course resolutions.
Students complete the following units of study during the first full-time year or part-time equivalent
The thesis will include the recording of the final creative work presentation with critical notes and the written research dissertation. A preface can be used to introduce the components of the thesis, and students should consider the entire project when choosing the thesis title.
Students should refer to the Current Students website pages on preparing for submission.
Refer to the Higher Degree by Research pages in the Current Students website and to the relevant policies available in the University Policy Register.