
Doctor of Philosophy (Arts)
Arts and humanities
The Doctor of Philosophy - Arts - also known as a PhD or Doctorate - is the highest Arts degree offered by the University of Melbourne. By writing a sustained thesis (80,000-100,000 words) of independent research which examines a specific problem, issue or topic, you will make a significant and original contribution to an existing area of knowledge in your field of study.
Official- Duration
- 4 years
- Qualification
- Doctoral Degree
- AQF 10
- Campus
- Parkville
- VIC · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 056954J
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Course overview
The Doctor of Philosophy - Arts - also known as a PhD or Doctorate - is the highest Arts degree offered by the University of Melbourne. By writing a sustained thesis (80,000-100,000 words) of independent research which examines a specific problem, issue or topic, you will make a significant and original contribution to an existing area of knowledge in your field of study.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. To be considered for entry into this course, you must: - Have completed a four year bachelor honours degree (AQF8) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75% in the cognate (relevant) discipline studies in final year, which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a minimum result of 80% for the research component, or equivalent. Or - Have completed a masters degree (AQF9) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75%, which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a minimum result of 80% for the research component, or equivalent. Or - Have a qualification, and have professional or other relevant experience or a combination of both, that are considered to be equivalent by the Selection Committee. Or - Be an Indigenous Australian who can establish Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander eligibility and is assessed by the Selection Committee as likely to succeed in their proposed course of study. Cognate (relevant) disciplines include: - An area that is relevant to the intended graduate research program, with sufficient specialisation such that there is already a developed understanding and appreciation of a body of knowledge relevant to the intended graduate research course. Where our admission criteria include a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you’ve studied elsewhere, we’ll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution’s accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks. 2. ate (relevant) discipline studies in final year, which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a minimum result of 80% for the research component, or equivalent. Or - Have completed a masters degree (AQF9) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75%, which includes 3. nsidered for entry into this course, you must: - Have completed a four year bachelor honours degree (AQF8) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75% in the cognate (relevant) discipline studies in final year, which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a minimu Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.
Academic qualifications
Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.
Prior tertiary weighted average mark
80%; 75%
80%
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 7
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
1. To be considered for entry into this course, you must: - Have completed a four year bachelor honours degree (AQF8) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75% in the cognate (relevant) discipline studies in final year, which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a minimum result of 80% for the research component, or equivalent. Or - Have completed a masters degree (AQF9) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75%, which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a minimum result of 80% for the research component, or equivalent. Or - Have a qualification, and have professional or other relevant experience or a combination of both, that are considered to be equivalent by the Selection Committee. Or - Be an Indigenous Australian who can establish Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander eligibility and is assessed by the Selection Committee as likely to succeed in their proposed course of study. Cognate (relevant) disciplines include: - An area that is relevant to the intended graduate research program, with sufficient specialisation such that there is already a developed understanding and appreciation of a body of knowledge relevant to the intended graduate research course. Where our admission criteria include a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you’ve studied elsewhere, we’ll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution’s accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks. 2. ate (relevant) discipline studies in final year, which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a minimum result of 80% for the research component, or equivalent. Or - Have completed a masters degree (AQF9) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75%, which includes 3. nsidered for entry into this course, you must: - Have completed a four year bachelor honours degree (AQF8) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75% in the cognate (relevant) discipline studies in final year, which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a minimu
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 · Semester 1 | Parkville | — | — | $46,976per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Doctor of Philosophy (Arts)study.unimelb.edu.au
- The University of Melbourneunimelb.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- Information for international students from ChinaOfficial source
- English language requirementsOfficial source
- Graduate coursework entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
- Graduate research entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
- Undergraduate entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
- Australian Year 12 international entry score guideOfficial source
- GCE A Levels entry score guideOfficial source
- International Baccalaureate entry score guideOfficial source
- Trinity College Foundation Studies entry score guideOfficial source
- Official course catalogue and course-specific entry requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

