Overview

The Information Systems and Business Analytics programme from Deakin University is a rigorous, three-year program producing high-quality researchers who can pursue academic or high-end research careers in industry or government. We keep the program small, so that close student–faculty collaboration and personalised support are integral to your studies.

Key facts:

At the end of their first year of study, students will defend their thesis proposal in a process called confirmation of candidature. Confirmed students then spend the remainder of their candidature completing their doctoral research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Philosophy of Research

Qualitative Research Methods

Quantitative Research Methods

Meta-analysis Research Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-07-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-02-26 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

94

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Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Geelong, Australia
Melbourne, Australia
Warrnambool, Australia

Disciplines

Business Intelligence Business Information Systems Information Systems

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

7

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94

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Other requirements

General requirements

Entry to Deakin Business School and Deakin Law School PhD program is based on a demonstrated capacity to undertake significant independent research at a very high standard in the proposed field of study. Applicants applying to undertake a PhD must:

Meet Deakin University’s English language requirements; and
Have completed an appropriate qualification in a relevant discipline from a recognised tertiary institution at the standard specified.
Your latest qualification (Masters/Honours) should not be more than 5 years old, or you should provide an additional portfolio of evidence of equivalent research or professional experience and outputs from the last five years
You should have at least 2 research methods units in your prior studies

CRICOS Provider Code: 00113B.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

32600 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32600 AUD per year during 36 months.
National

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 AUD per year during 36 months.

If you're an Australian citizen or permanent visa holder, or a New Zealand citizen, you won't need to pay tuition fees for your research degree.

Living costs for Geelong

1000 - 2000 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Information Systems and Business Analytics.

Available Scholarships

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