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378 PhD programmes in Australia

Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering
The Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering programme at Monash University spans circuit design, to large-scale power and telecommunication systems. Our researchers are developing innovative technologies and solutions that impact our daily lives. From smart phones and video games to robotic surgical devices and MRI technology.

Doctor of Philosophy - Information Systems
As a doctoral research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Information Systems candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Doctor of Philosophy - Marketing
As a doctoral research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Marketing candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Engineering
This Doctor of Philosophy programme in Engineering offered by Federation University Australia sees candidates working with a Principal Supervisor, appointed by the Research Higher Degrees Sub Committee, with the approval of the School.

Doctor of Philosophy - Physics
As a doctoral research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Physics candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Impact
Work with partners – both globally and locally – from not-for-profits to NGOs, from governments to community organisations. Then capture your research in high-impact work you'll pilot during the Impact course from University of Technology Sydney (UTS).

Doctor of Philosophy - Psychology
As a research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Psychology candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Media, Culture and Creative Arts
Your Media, Culture and Creative Arts research at Curtin University will use an in-depth understanding of theories and concepts to develop practical solutions for real-world problems.

Health Science
The Health Science programme from University of Wollongong is an advanced postgraduate research degree that develops research skills and provides high achieving candidates with the opportunity to conduct in-depth research in their chosen field of research.

Doctor of Philosophy - Applied Geology
As a student of this Doctor of Philosophy - Applied Geology programme at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Physics
The Doctor of Philosophy in Physics degree from University of Wollongong is an advanced postgraduate research degree that develops research skills and provides high achieving candidates with the opportunity to conduct in-depth research in their chosen field of research.

Doctor of Philosophy - Medicine
The Doctor of Philosophy - Medicine degree at Curtin University is widely recognised for applied research firmly focused on solving real-world problems.

Doctor of Philosophy - Public Policy
As a research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Public Policy candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Doctor of Education
If you intend to stay in teaching and become a leader in classroom teaching, curriculum development, multimedia, school improvement, evaluation or school-based professional development, our Doctor of Education from Curtin University may suit you better than the traditional Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Philosophy
The Doctor of Philosophy course offered at Australian Catholic University (ACU) aims to develop knowledge and critical skills in reading and interpreting the historical, cultural, literary, philosophical and educational tradition in its making, and in its effects on the present, from the point of view of the category of “humanism”.

Doctor of Philosophy - Petroleum Engineering
As a doctoral research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Petroleum Engineering candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Doctor of Philosophy - Chemical Engineering
As a doctoral research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Chemical Engineering candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Industry
Deliver leading-edge solutions, for an industry partner that have real impact on our community, economy and environment. An Industry course from University of Technology Sydney (UTS) combines your professional experience and skills.

Creative Arts
The Doctor of Creative Arts (DCA) at the University of Wollongong is for students with a high level of professional experience in creative practice who wish to extend their art form within a scholarly context.

Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)
Receive intensive research training to prepare for doctoral study. The Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) programme at Victoria University offers an alternative path to a PhD in a broad range of disciplines.