Overview

A PhD candidate at Western Sydney University will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative re-interpretation of known data and established ideas.

Your career

As a Doctor of Philosophy graduate, you can look forward to career opportunities in settings such as:

Academia, industry, government and non-government organisations
Scientific research
Specialist consultancy
Research management
Executive-level management

Programme Structure

Areas of research include:

Business
Computer, Data and Mathematical Sciences
Education
Engineering, Design and Built Environment
Health Sciences
Medicine
Nursing and Midwifery
Science
Social Sciences
Culture and Society
Environmental Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-06-24 00:00:00

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Starting 2024-09-16 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-01-08 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-04-02 00:00:00

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More details

Applications for research programs are accepted at any time with successful candidates commencing on a quarterly intake basis.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

82

Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

General Studies View 4 other PhDs in General Studies 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

82

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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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 050330A

To be eligible for admission, you must have previously completed at least one of the following degrees:

Bachelor (Honours Class 1 or Class 2) degree
Master of Research degree
Master of Philosophy degree
Degrees from a university or other tertiary institution equivalent to the above

Documents required:

Certified copies of all tertiary graduation certificates and academic transcripts for degrees completed outside of Western Sydney University.
Certified evidence of citizenship status (e.g. passport, birth certificate, citizenship papers, etc.) or certified evidence of residency status (for Australian permanent residents only).
A letter of support from your proposed supervisor.
A research proposal that clearly identifies your area of research interest and provides a project title and project description.
Evidence of relevant employment or experience directly related to research training (if applicable).

Tuition Fee

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International

31310 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15655 AUD per semester during 36 months.
National

20278 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10139 AUD per semester during 36 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Doctor of Philosophy.

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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