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46 PhD programmes in Social Sciences in Australia

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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. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$26,009/yr

Arts and Social Sciences

The PhD in Arts and Social Sciences at The University of Sydney is for those with a first or second-class honours bachelor’s degree, a research master’s, or a master’s by coursework with a research component (75% or above). Alternatively, significant experience and high-level qualifications in the field may be accepted. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$37,084/yr

Psychology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology at the 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.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
4 years$30,696/yr

Doctor of Philosophy - Social Sciences

As a research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Social Sciences 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. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$26,009/yr

Doctor of Philosophy - Social Work and Social Policy

As a doctoral research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Social Work and Social 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. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$26,009/yr

Geography and Sustainable Communities

The Doctor of Philosophy in Geography and Sustainable Communities at the 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.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$30,696/yr

Doctor of Philosophy - Human Communication Science

As a doctoral research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Human Communication Science 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. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$26,009/yr

Public Safety

The Doctor of Public Safety from Charles Sturt University is for you if you are working in any field of public safety and wish to make a significant and original contribution to understanding in the context of your professional practice.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 Online
4 years$24,065/yr

Doctor of Philosophy - Aboriginal Studies

Undertake meaningful research in the Doctor of Philosophy - Aboriginal Studies from Curtin University grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsTuition not available

Global

The Global course from University of Technology Sydney (UTS) gives you the opportunity to work with experts and fellow researchers across the world, giving you access to international networks and experience from the start.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 yearsTuition not available

Psychology

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

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$25,723/yr

Doctor of Philosophy - Spatial Sciences

As a doctoral research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Spatial Sciences 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. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$27,152/yr

Economics, Finance and Property

In the Economics, Finance and Property programme from Curtin University you will demonstrate expert understanding of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on that knowledge and their practice.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$26,009/yr

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. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$29,153/yr

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.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$26,009/yr

Doctor of Philosophy - Humanities

As a doctoral research candidate in Doctor of Philosophy - Humanities 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. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$26,009/yr
RMIT University4,0(137)
Melbourne, Australia Top 1% in Worldwide

Global, Urban and Social Studies

This Global, Urban and Social Studies degree from RMIT University cultivates high-level skills in research processes, advanced communication skills, analysis and synthesis of knowledge.    

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$24,694/yr
Deakin University 4,3(27)
Geelong, Australia +3 Top 1% in Worldwide

Arts

Research various theories surrounding political, social and contemporary issues and make a substantial contribution to knowledge in your field with this PhD in Arts degree at Deakin University.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
4 years$27,438/yr
Australian National University3,8(58)
Canberra, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Social Sciences

Exceptional research degrees at ANU. A single four year research award offered by the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences at Australian National University. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$33,354/yr
University of Melbourne4,2(116)
Melbourne, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Economics

The Doctoral Program in Economics at the University of Melbourne is the leading PhD program in the region and sits among the world’s top graduate research programs.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$40,722/yr

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