Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Starting July 2027
Application deadline not specified.
Language
English
English Requirements
PTE Academic: 58
IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Melbourne, Australia
Disciplines
- Civil Engineering & Construction
- Sustainable Development
Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy - Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities programme from Victoria University offers exceptional opportunities to study in a supportive research community, with well-established connections to businesses, industry, educational institutions, the legal sector and government.
You’ll complete an original doctoral thesis at the forefront of its field, and learn to present your findings in a wide variety of contexts appropriate to your study area, such as publications, conferences, and creative works. Visit the programme website for more information
You'll receive expert supervision from researchers in our 'Sustainable industries and liveable cities' group, which offers leadership in our focus areas.
Your study will address important contemporary issues such as:
- artificial intelligence and intelligent information systems
- business and financial systems
- climate change, alternative energies and conservation
- cultural diversity, arts and social justice, religious and racial discrimination
- economic modelling
- education systems, policies and practices for diverse communities
- fire engineering and structural mechanics
- Indigenous cultures and communities
Careers
Following your PhD, you’ll be ready for a research or management career in the private or public sectors, or to become an academic. These are usually high-level roles, and paid accordingly. Visit the Jobs and Skills Australia website for more information about potential salaries for:
- policy and planning managers
- university lecturers.
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Programme structure
Courses include:
- Research Thesis
- Doctoral Industry Project Placement
- Research Integrity and Ethics
- Conceptualising and Contextualising Research
Check out the full curriculum
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
PTE Academic: 58
IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- CRICOS: 064447F |
- Completion of an Australian Bachelor Honours Degree (AQF8), or equivalent, in a similar discipline to the proposed research with average grades of at least H2A/Distinction (70% or above on the Victoria University grading scale) for the final year
- OR Completion of an Australian Masters degree (AQF9), or equivalent, in a similar discipline and undertaken by a combination of coursework and a thesis with average grades of at least H2A/Distinction (70% or above on the Victoria University grading scale).
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International: Non-residents — 35,000 AUD / year ≈ 35,000 AUD / year
Additional Details
Fees for full-time international student (2026): AU$17,500—AU$20,700 per semester.
Living costs
Melbourne, Australia — 1,501-2,659 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Doctor of Philosophy - Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities.
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- Foreign-government Funded-Saudi Arabia — Provided by university; Grant; Various benefits; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based. Provider: Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia.
- Foreign-government Funded - Sultanate of Oman — Provided by university; Grant; Various benefits; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based. Provider: Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia.
- Foreign-government Funded - Indonesia — Provided by university; Grant; Various benefits; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based. Provider: Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia.
- Military Attaché – Ministry Of Defence Scholarships — Provided by university; Grant; Various benefits; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based. Provider: Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia.
- Ministry Of Interior Scholarships — Provided by university; Grant; Various benefits; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based. Provider: Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia.
- Foreign-government Funded-Kuwait — Provided by university; Grant; Various benefits; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based. Provider: Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia.
- Australia Awards Pacific Scholarships — Independent provider; Grant; Various benefits; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based. Provider: Australian Government.
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Independent provider; Grant; Various benefits; Deadline: 07 Oct 2026. Provider: U.S. government.
- Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships — Independent provider; Grant; 40000 AUD; Deadline: 30 Sep 2026; Merit-based. Provider: American Australian Association (AAA).
- Destination Australia Cheung Kong Exchange Program — Independent provider; Grant; Various benefits; Deadline: 21 Nov 2026. Provider: Australian Government Department of Education.
- Future Leaders Scholarship — Independent provider; Grant; 120000 AUD; Deadline: 27 Aug 2026; Merit-based. Provider: Westpac Bicentennial Foundation.
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Independent provider; Grant; 1000 USD; Deadline: 30 Nov 2026. Provider: ServiceScape.
- VisaEnvoy Scholarships — Independent provider; Grant; 4000 AUD; Deadline: 20 Jan 2027; Merit-based. Provider: VisaEnvoy.
- ACES Scholarships — Independent provider; Grant; 3500 USD; Deadline: 15 Nov 2026. Provider: ACES Education Fund.
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Independent provider; Grant; Various benefits; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based. Provider: OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation.
- Destination Australia — Independent provider; Grant; 15000 AUD; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based. Provider: Province of Lower Austria.
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Independent provider; Grant; 1000 USD; Deadline: 31 Oct 2026; Merit-based. Provider: IvyPanda.
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Independent provider; Grant; 1000 USD; Deadline: 01 Mar 2027. Provider: Voice Talent Online.
- Women Scholarship for International Students — Independent provider; Grant; 5000 USD; Deadline: 28 Aug 2026; Merit-based. Provider: educations.com.
- The PhD Prep Fellowship — Independent provider; Grant; 10000 USD; Deadline: 01 Sep 2026; Merit-based. Provider: Admit Lab.
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Independent provider; Grant; 1000 USD; Deadline: 13 Jan 2027; Merit-based. Provider: Salvado Law.
- MVC Vocational Education Scholarships — Independent provider; Grant; 2000 AUD; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based. Provider: Meridian Vocational College.
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Independent provider; Grant; 3000 USD; Deadline: 31 Dec 2026; Need-based. Provider: Anonymous Hope Fund.
- MVC Young Chef’s Club Award — Independent provider; Grant; 2000 AUD; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based. Provider: Meridian Vocational College.
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Independent provider; Grant; 1500 USD; Deadline: Not specified. Provider: IELTS from 6 to 9.
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Independent provider; Grant; 12000 USD; Deadline: 11 Jan 2027. Provider: The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme.
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