Doctor of Philosophy - Science
The University of Melbourne
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level:
CRICOS: 00116K
Find the PhD project that suits you best from six schools: BioSciences, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Ecosystem and Forest Sciences, Geography, Mathematics and Statistics, and Physics. The Faculty of Science also offers several joint PhD opportunities, where you can conduct your research at both the University of Melbourne and a top research institution in Germany or India. The Doctor of Philosophy (Science) involves no compulsory coursework, though with approval students may be able to take coursework subjects that are relevant to their research.
Structure
Typically taken over 3.5 years full time (part time available), you’ll be working independently on an innovative research project that results in an 80,000-word thesis, which will make a distinct contribution to knowledge in your field.
Subjects
- BioSciences
- Chemistry
- Ecosystem and Forest Sciences
- Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Physics
Standard entry requirements
A 4-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline, including a substantial research component (equivalent to at least 25 per cent of 1 year of full-time study), with a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 75 per cent in your final year subjects or equivalent, or a masters degree in a relevant discipline, including a substantial research component (equivalent to at least 25 per cent of 1 year of full-time study), with a WAM of at least 75 per cent or equivalent, or a qualification and professional experience considered to be equivalent.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Parkville | International: $206,886 | Yes |
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Fee comments
Campuses: Parkville.
Most domestic graduate research students are offered a Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset Scholarship, which is funded by the Australian Government. International applicants should refer to the Faculty of Science for the total course fee.
