Doctor of Philosophy – Indigenous Knowledge
Social sciences, journalism and information
Indigenous knowledge spans insights, innovations and practices that Indigenous peoples around the world have developed over countless generations, typically in societies with a deep relationship with their natural surroundings. It is applied across a diverse array of fields - including medicine, health, education, development, resource management, agriculture, law and the arts. This distinctive program - the first in Australia to offer studies in Indigenous knowledge as an explicit, interdiscipl
Official- Duration
- 4 years
- Qualification
- Doctoral Degree
- AQF 10
- Campus
- Parkville
- VIC · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 111523E
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Course overview
Indigenous knowledge spans insights, innovations and practices that Indigenous peoples around the world have developed over countless generations, typically in societies with a deep relationship with their natural surroundings. It is applied across a diverse array of fields - including medicine, health, education, development, resource management, agriculture, law and the arts. This distinctive program - the first in Australia to offer studies in Indigenous knowledge as an explicit, interdisciplinary subject area - is designed to recognize and activate Indigenous knowledge, deepen engagement and reciprocal learning with Indigenous communities, and facilitate entry into a PhD program for Indigenous candidates already engaged in research and academia.
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 which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75%in the final two years of study, or equivalent. Or - Have completed a masters degree (AQF9) in a cognate (relevant) discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75%, 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 eligibilityand 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 degree levels are referenced, levels align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Applications are assessed against these standards. 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. in a cognate (relevant) discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75%in the final two years of study, or equivalent. Or - Have completed a masters degree (AQF9) in a cognate (relevant) discipline which includes a substantial research component equiv 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
75%
75%
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5
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 which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75%in the final two years of study, or equivalent. Or - Have completed a masters degree (AQF9) in a cognate (relevant) discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75%, 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 eligibilityand 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 degree levels are referenced, levels align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Applications are assessed against these standards. 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. in a cognate (relevant) discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75%in the final two years of study, or equivalent. Or - Have completed a masters degree (AQF9) in a cognate (relevant) discipline which includes a substantial research component equiv
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 | — | — | — | $68,427per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Doctor of Philosophy – Indigenous Knowledgestudy.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