Overview

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Features

As a International, Political and Strategic Studies PhD student at Australian National University you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field.

Your research will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The Doctor of Philosophy requires the submission and successful examination of a thesis of up to 100,000 words.
Study consists of two to four years of full-time study or part-time equivalent.

Students are required to undertake a minimum of 12 units of coursework including the 6 units course ASIA9075 Research Design and Writing in International, Political and Strategic Studies.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-07-27 00:00:00

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Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

192 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canberra, Australia

Disciplines

Political Science View 4 other PhDs in Political Science in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 022602C

To be admitted to the Doctor of Philosophy program in International, Political and Strategic Studies you will be required to have completed at least a four-year Australian undergraduate degree or equivalent with a result of at least H2A.

You may be granted admission if you can demonstrate that you have research experience equivalent to these qualifications.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

56120 AUD / year

≈ 56120 AUD / year

Living costs

Canberra

Australia

1425 - 2504 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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Overview

Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Canberra

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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