Overview

Undertake an Environmental Sciences research-based higher degree at Flinders University, and you’ll have the opportunity to explore some of the biggest unanswered questions of our time.

PhD opportunities

With the guidance of an expert supervisor, take the opportunity to leverage Flinders’ extensive industry connections.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Animal Behaviour

Applied Geographical Information Systems

Coasts and Ocean

Environmental Health

Environmental Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-31 00:00:00
Starting 2026-07-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-09-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Environmental Sciences View 8 other PhDs in Environmental Sciences in Australia

Academic requirements

GPA

First Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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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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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 106271G

An Australian Honours degree Class 1 or 2A or equivalent qualification (at least AQF Level 8) such as a postgraduate qualification which includes a research component of at least 6 months’ full-time study in which you achieved at least Distinction grade (75%).

Evidence of equivalent research experience may be considered, such as a substantial first-author refereed publication or track record as an investigator on a competitive grant.

Tuition Fee

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International

42700 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42700 AUD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Adelaide

1328 - 2474 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 Environmental Sciences.

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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