Doctor of Philosophy
Arts and humanities
Doctor of Philosophy, or PhD, candidates undertake a novel and significant program of research, under the direction of two or more supervisors. The candidates then communicate the results of this research in a thesis or another approved format. To facilitate their research and their career, candidates also need to complete additional training and other activities in line with the HDR Policy
Official- Duration
- 4 years
- Qualification
- Doctoral Degree
- AQF 10
- Campus
- Alice Springs
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- Course code
- CRICOS 116879C
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Course overview
Doctor of Philosophy, or PhD, candidates undertake a novel and significant program of research, under the direction of two or more supervisors. The candidates then communicate the results of this research in a thesis or another approved format. To facilitate their research and their career, candidates also need to complete additional training and other activities in line with the HDR Policy
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. To achieve the minimum level of academic proficiency to enrol in a PhD, applicants must have completed:; A. at least one semester FTE of relevant research activity at AQF Level 8 and achieved a GPA equivalent to a Distinction.; B. at least one semester FTE of relevant research activity at AQF Level 9 or above or.; C. equivalent levels of research activity as approved by the Dean of Graduate Studies.; You must also plan to conduct research that is compatible with the research priorities and resources of this University. When you apply, you must submit a research proposal, comprising 500 to 1000 words.; The research priorities of this University tend to revolve around:; Tropical, regional, and remote health - including nursing, midwifery, and allied health.; Environmental studies.; Energy, resources, and engineering.; Social and public policy in Northern Australia and the region.; Community resilience.; Cybersecurity and IT.; Business and law and.; Education. 2. Relevant research preparation; course-specific research requirements; English proficiency.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
- TOEFL iBTOverall 60L 18 · R 18 · W 18 · S 18
- PTE AcademicOverall 50L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
- Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
- Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
To achieve the minimum level of academic proficiency to enrol in a PhD, applicants must have completed:; A. at least one semester FTE of relevant research activity at AQF Level 8 and achieved a GPA equivalent to a Distinction.; B. at least one semester FTE of relevant research activity at AQF Level 9 or above or.; C. equivalent levels of research activity as approved by the Dean of Graduate Studies.; You must also plan to conduct research that is compatible with the research priorities and resources of this University. When you apply, you must submit a research proposal, comprising 500 to 1000 words.; The research priorities of this University tend to revolve around:; Tropical, regional, and remote health - including nursing, midwifery, and allied health.; Environmental studies.; Energy, resources, and engineering.; Social and public policy in Northern Australia and the region.; Community resilience.; Cybersecurity and IT.; Business and law and.; Education.
Additional entry requirement
Relevant research preparation; course-specific research requirements; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Rolling intake | — | — | — | $33,705per year | International students |
Where it is taught
Alice Springs
Charles Darwin University, 10 Grevillea Drive, ALICE SPRINGS, NT, 871, ALICE SPRINGS, NT
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Education and Community Precinct
54 Cavenagh Street, Darwin City, NT, 800, Darwin City, NT
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References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.