Overview

This is enhanced by professional development activities or coursework units that provide you with the skills required to make an impact in academia, industry, government or the wider community.

Your Arts study at Monash University 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.

Research & thesis component

This Doctor of Philosophy involves the independent investigation of a research problem formulated by the candidate in consultation with their supervisors. You will produce a research thesis of no more than 80,000 words following one of the programs below:

Film, media, communications and journalism

Historical studies

Linguistics and applied linguistics

Literary and cultural studies

Philosophy

Social and political sciences

Theatre, performance and music

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Programme Structure

Research opportunities and support

Monash University is Australia's largest university and we have partnerships with over 100 universities worldwide, a Centre in Prato, Italy, and campuses in Malaysia and China, giving you more options to meet your local and global ambitions.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 96 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Start date: Throughout the year

Deadline: Applications for this course can be accepted at anytime.

Language

English

IELTS

7

TOEFL^® IBT

94

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Visual Arts View 6 other PhDs in Visual Arts in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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 Course Code: 037831M

a bachelor's degree requiring at least four years of full-time study in a relevant field, and which normally includes a research component in the fourth year, leading to an honours 1 or 2A in a relevant field;

a course leading to a level rated by the relevant department, faculty and committee as equivalent to an honours 1 or 2A in a relevant field;

a master's degree that entails work, normally including a significant research component, including at least 25% of one full time equivalent year of work, including a thesis. It is normally expected that a grade of honours 2A has been obtained for the research thesis or project. Where ungraded, examiners' reports will be taken into account; or

have qualifications which in the opinion of GRC are deemed equivalent.

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Tuition Fee

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International

37900 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 37900 AUD per year during 36 months.
National

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 AUD per year during 36 months.

This course is supported by the Australian government's Research Training Program (RTP)

Living costs for Melbourne

1501 - 2659 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

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This programme is taught in different countries. Which country are you interested in?

Country 1

Australia
Malaysia

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Arts.

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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Overview

Research & thesis component

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Delivered

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fee

International

National

Living costs for Melbourne

Funding

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Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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