Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Science at the Charles Sturt University allows you to pursue a detailed research investigation in an area of interest and present your findings in a thesis.

You'll create new knowledge and develop a thorough understanding of scholarly debate in your field, and enhance your capacity to critically analyse and constructively contribute to that debate.

Build your research expertise

Charles Sturt's Research narrative identifies three interdisciplinary spheres that encapsulate our research goals: resilient people, flourishing communities and sustainable environments.

You'll design and implement a high-quality original research project of significance to your discipline and of benefit to your community.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Agriculture and Wine

Dentistry and Health Science

Environmental Science

Biomedical Sciences

Human Movement Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-11-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-25 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-25 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-01-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-07-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-06-13 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

Credits

192 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Natural Sciences View 19 other PhDs in Natural Sciences in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

Student insurance

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

Cricos: 007607A, 039408G

the proposed program of study and research is at a level appropriate to the degree being sought;

the proposed area of research falls within an approved University field of research for admission to a higher degree by research;

the proposed supervisors are sufficiently expert in the area of research, and have the time and commitment to be able to provide appropriate supervision, and that adequate physical resources are available;

the applicant has the appropriate background and ability to undertake the proposed course (refer also to Entry Qualifications, below);

the applicant has given the necessary commitment to work regularly on the approved program of study and research and maintain regular contact with the supervisor(s).

Tuition Fee

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International

38480 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 38480 AUD per year during 48 months.
National

35648 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35648 AUD per year during 48 months.

International Part-time - $17,824

Domestic Part-time -$19,240

Living costs for Bathurst

1260 - 2250 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 Science.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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