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A Doctoral Degree certifies individuals capable of applying extensive knowledge to conduct original research, develop novel insights, and advance understanding across various academic disciplines or professional domains.
A research degree represents an advanced academic program enabling in-depth investigation of a chosen subject area, guided by specialist supervisors. To identify potential supervisors in your field, visit the Web Access Research Portal (WARP).
Research degree students possess innate curiosity, problem-solving drive, and commitment to societal progress. These programs empower scholars to undertake original investigations that generate innovative, meaningful, and insightful contributions to knowledge.
Research degrees develop versatile competencies that prepare graduates for demanding positions across multiple sectors including industry, government, corporate environments, as well as research institutions and academia.
A Bachelor Honours degree of at least second-class upper standard with a Minimum Research Component. A Master of Research Degree with a Minimum Research Component. A Master’s Degree (Coursework) or Graduate Diploma with a Minimum Research Component.
IELTS (International English Language Testing Service - academic version) minimum overall score – 7.0 minimum additional scores No band less than 6.5; TOEFL (Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language) minimum overall score – 94 minimum additional scores Minimum 26 for writing and speaking, and 20 for reading and listening; PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English) minimum overall score – 65 minimum additional scores Minimum 65 for writing and speaking with no other score lower than 58.