Key information
- Duration: Full-time — 48 months
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting February 2027 — Apply anytime; Starting July 2027 — Apply anytime
- Language: English
- Credits: 192 alternative credits
- Delivered: On Campus
- Campus location: Canberra, Australia
- Disciplines: Natural Sciences
Overview
As a PhD candidate you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field.
Features
- Your Science research at Australian National University will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.
- ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities.
- Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.
Programme Structure
- 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.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 64
- IELTS: 6.5
General requirements
- Present a relevant Bachelor Honours degree or international equivalent: With a minimum grade of Second Class Honours – Upper (H2A); or an equivalent combination of qualifications, research publications and/or professional experience related to the field of study.
- A research proposal outlining your intended research (applicants should seek guidance from the potential supervisor regarding length and content).
- Original evidence of all relevant academic qualifications and graduation documentation (with English translation as appropriate).
- An up-to-date CV including academic qualifications, work experience and research publications.
- At least two academic referee reports.
- CRICOS CODE: 048349G
Tuition Fees
International: 56,120 AUD / year
Living costs
Canberra, Australia: 1,425–2,504 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
