Overview
ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.
Features
- In the Doctor of Science program from Australian National University, we have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.
Learning Outcomes
- critically analyse, synthesise and evaluate complex information in a specific area of the discipline relevant to their research;
- formulate a research plan and undertake independent research to address specific research questions that make a substantial contribution to knowledge;
- ensure that research is carried out with integrity and actively promote responsible conduct of research;
- develop, adapt and implement research methodologies relevant to their research questions;
- demonstrate expert technical and/or specialist skills relevant to their research focus;
- communicate effectively to specialist and non-specialist audiences in both written and oral form;
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
The Doctor of Philosophy requires completion of a research project that demonstrates a significant and original contribution to knowledge in the field of study. This includes the submission and successful examination of a thesis of up to 100,000 words.
- Completion of a standard program for a Doctor of Philosophy requires a minimum of 96 units and a maximum of 192 units of enrolment in the research component.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- StartingApply anytime.
You can apply at any time of the year – but if you would like to be considered for a scholarship, you will need to send your application within the scholarship’
Language
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Credits
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Disciplines
Natural Sciences View 20 other PhDs in Natural Sciences in AustraliaAcademic requirements
English requirements
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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: 048349G
- At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry.
Tuition Fee
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International
50760 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 50760 AUD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Canberra
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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