Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting February 2027 — Apply anytime.
- Starting July 2027 — Apply anytime.
You can apply at any time of the year – but if you would like to be considered for a scholarship, you will need to send your application within the scholarship deadline.
Language
English
- TOEFL® iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 64
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits
192 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Canberra, Australia
Disciplines
Overview
As a PhD student you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field.
Your Humanities and the Arts research at Australian National University will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.
Employment Opportunities
- The Doctor of Philosophy equips graduates to work in a wide variety of areas including academia, public and private sectors and NGOs
Programme Structure
To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- TOEFL® iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 64
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- To be admitted to the Doctor of Philosophy program you will be required to have completed at least an Australian Honours degree or equivalent, with a result of H2A (Second Class Honours Division A). Equivalence may be met by completion of a Master’s degree that includes a significant research component.
- All applicants must meet the University’s English Language Admission Requirements for Students.
- You may be granted admission if you can demonstrate that you have a background equivalent to these qualifications.
- CRICOS CODE: 048381G
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International: 46,680 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.
Funding — Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Humanities and the Arts.