Completing a PhD by publication: a review of Australian policy and implications for practice

@article{Jackson2013CompletingAP,
  title={Completing a PhD by publication: a review of Australian policy and implications for practice},
  author={Denise Jackson},
  journal={Higher Education Research \& Development},
  year={2013},
  volume={32},
  pages={355 - 368}
}
  • Denise Jackson
  • Published 23 May 2013
  • Education
  • Higher Education Research & Development
There is increasing impetus for higher-degree-by-research students to publish during candidature. Research performance, including higher degree completions and publication output, commonly determines university funding, and doctorates with publishing experience are better positioned for a career in softening academic labour markets. The PhD by Publication provides a pathway for candidates to foster and demonstrate their publishing capabilities. It also provides existing academics a means of… 
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