Theses with creative components

In a degree with a creative component (for example the Doctor of Visual Arts and the Master of Visual Arts, emphasis is on studio-led research. Examination must be via exhibition & accompanying exegesis, that positions the work in the field. Originality is more likely found and illustrated/expressed via creative works. As described on the Griffith website:

• DVA - This professional development degree, with an integrated program of independent research and coursework, will help you extend your studio research and practice and make original conceptual advancements in your discipline. You will develop the expertise needed to provide leadership in your field, and you will gain research skills and the ability to articulate a theoretical position within a visual arts discourse.
• MVA - With this degree, you will have the opportunity to extend your studio expertise. You will identify challenges, explore innovative solutions and advance your understanding of the concepts underlying your work and the context in which it is produced. As a graduate, you will be able to demonstrate high performance levels in your studio practice, and have developed a strong theoretical understanding of that practice.
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Creative components can be completed as a Doctor of Philosophy output.