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The Doctor of Philosophy represents the University's premier research degree and serves as the fundamental requirement for pursuing a career in research or academic fields. Full-time PhD candidates typically dedicate three to four years to their research, with part-time students completing equivalent work over a longer period.
Ranked among Australia's top research institutions and as a distinguished member of the elite Group of Eight, The University of Adelaide stands out as an exceptional choice for advanced research studies. Our institution is dedicated to offering unparalleled opportunities for scholars and researchers who demonstrate global leadership through their innovative approaches to solving worldwide research challenges.
To gain admission into a Doctor of Philosophy, you’ll need one of the following: a relevant University of Adelaide Honours degree (or equivalent), with at least a second-class Honours (upper division); a postgraduate coursework degree which contains a significant research component and meets the minimum GPA requirements; a relevant University of Adelaide Master of Philosophy (or equivalent).
English language proficiency requirements
IELTS (ACADEMIC) - Overall Score 6.5 All Other Bands 6.0
TOEFL (INTERNET BASED TEST) - Total score 79 Writing 21 Speaking 18 Listening & Reading 13
PEARSON TEST of ENGLISH (ACADEMIC) - Overall Score 58 All Other Bands 50
C1 ADVANCED - Overall Score 176 All Other Bands 169
You can apply for admission at any time throughout the year.