Overview

When you complete your PhD at UNE, you will be recognised as an expert in your area of study. Your original discoveries and innovations will be applied to benefit society and industry in Australia and worldwide.

Why study the Doctor of Philosophy with University of New England?

Cement your place as an expert and leading practitioner or scholar in your field with UNE's Doctor of Philosophy.

You will contribute to solving problems and challenges that will benefit society and industry.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

You will undertake sophisticated original research in the discipline or professional area you choose.

Integrating your knowledge across a range of disciplines, you will critically evaluate your findings to generate original knowledge and make a substantial contribution to understanding complex issues in your specialist niche.

Your studies will culminate in a comprehensive thesis in which you present your insights.

At UNE, we are committed to maintaining our strong research culture, underpinned by high research training standards.

Our diversity of research strength makes UNE an outstanding place to complete your PhD.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 92 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-22 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00

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More details

You can apply for this course at any time — there are no closing dates for applications.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Armidale, Australia

Disciplines

Philosophy View 33 other PhDs in Philosophy in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

Entry is based on a master's qualification with a 25% research component or equivalent, a bachelor qualification with second-class honours or an AQF Level 8 or AQF Level 9 qualification with relevant research preparation.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

34496 AUD / year

≈ 34496 AUD / year

Living costs

Armidale

Australia

1500 - 2100 AUD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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