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Information Technology, Ph.D.
- AnytimeApplication Deadline
- 48 monthsDuration
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Overview
Information Technology research has a multi-disciplinary, multi-campus and multi-national approach, providing Monash with a unique capacity to reach further and deeper than any other institution in Australia. We are internationally recognised for our research strengths in computational biology, IT for resilient communities, machine learning, and modelling, optimisation and visualisation.
The programme
A PhD in IT takes the form of the Monash Doctoral Program – a PhD for the 21st century. The program consists of extensive, independent research on an agreed chosen topic, supported by a minimum of two academic supervisors. This is enhanced by professional development activities that provide you with the skills required to make an impact in academia, industry, government or the wider community. Your study will result in a research thesis or alternative approved output, which makes a valuable contribution to the current body of knowledge on your chosen topic. The award of the degree is generally accepted as showing you are capable of carrying out independent research.
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Start date: Throughout the year
- Deadline: Applications for this course can be accepted at anytime.
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- Programme intensity
You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
Full-time- Full-time duration 48 months
- Duration description
Duration: 3-4 years (full time)
- Average part-time duration 96 months
- Intensity Flexible
- Part-time variant Flexible
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus, Online
Programme Structure
Prior to applying, prospective candidates should contact the relevant schools to explore possible research topics and to find prospective supervisors. A PhD in IT requires you to complete a research thesis of up to 80,000 words (or alternative approved outputs). Areas for research cover the whole information technology spectrum from engineering to social science. Key strengths are in:
- Computing science
- Software engineering
- Information Systems
- Information and knowledge management.
As well as the research component, you will also complete a series of professional development activities or coursework units relevant to your chosen research focus. These activities are designed to provide you with the skills needed to develop your professional skills to support you in your future career.
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
91The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.
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Minimum required score:
6.5The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
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577The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom setting at the college or university level. It accurately measures how well you can listen, read and write in English while performing academic tasks.
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58PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. Delivered and marked by computer, it reports on a scale between 10 and 90.
Academic Requirements
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This programme does not recognise GRE® scores.
The GRE® General Test is a widely administered admissions test that measures the skills needed in today's graduate and business school programs worldwide. The GRE® General Test contains three sections - Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. Three scores are reported: a Verbal Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, a Quantitative Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, and an Analytical Writing score on a 0 - 6 score scale in half-point increments.
General Requirements
- CRICOS Course Code: 041045C
- All applicants must be able to demonstrate a capacity to carry out independent research and have adequate training and ability to pursue the proposed course of study.
- Sound English language skills are required for academic programs at Monash University.
- Honours bachelor degree (IIA or above) or equivalent with a major study in the same or related discipline/field of study or a master degree with a significant research component
Tuition Fee
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International Applies to you
42800 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 42800 AUD per year and a duration of 48 months. -
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FreeTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 0 AUD per year and a duration of 48 months.
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Funding
We offer over 200 types of scholarships, valued at up to $70,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course.
- Sir John Monash Scholarship Program
- Merit (academic achievement) scholarships
- Merit and equity scholarships
- Equity (disadvantage) scholarships
- Indigenous scholarships
- International student scholarships
- Honours year scholarships
- Postgraduate scholarships
- Accommodation scholarships
- Music scholarships
- Sports scholarships
- Monash College scholarships
- Research scholarships
- External scholarships
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