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A PhD represents the highest academic degree, earned through undertaking an independent and novel research project that results in a comprehensive thesis (or equivalent submission) aligned with faculty expertise areas. Candidates may pursue this degree full-time or part-time, either on-site or remotely (when research methodology permits). Unlike taught programs, PhD studies focus entirely on research without scheduled classes. The duration typically spans 3-4 years for full-time enrollment or 5-6 years for part-time study. Full-time doctoral candidates should dedicate approximately 35 weekly hours to their research, while part-time students commit around 12 hours. Multiple pathways exist to obtain a PhD, tailored to applicants' prior research experience and publication records.