Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting February 2027 — Apply anytime.
- Starting July 2027 — Apply anytime.
Language
English
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 64
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits
192 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Canberra, Australia
Disciplines
- Sociology
Overview
As a PhD student you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field.
Your Social Sciences 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 NGO's.
- ANU is consistently ranked amongst the best universities in the world for its research in the arts, humanities and social sciences. Our students are part of a community of leading researchers and are inspired by intellectual curiosity and scholarly excellence.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- The submission and successful examination of a thesis of up to 100,000 words.
- The Doctor of Philosophy requires the completion of at least 12 units of coursework subject to the requirements of your discipline, which will consist of dedicated HDR coursework on theories, and research methods that are relevant to your thesis
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: Required
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 64
- IELTS: 6.5
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: 036805K
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 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.
