PhD (CL81) in Melbourne Australia | Central Queensland University

Central Queensland University | Melbourne Australia
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD 37,824
(c. USD26,929.59)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program involves guided research culminating in a thesis that offers substantial new insights to a field. This degree follows specific Course Rules outlining requirements for admission, academic progress, thesis submission, and evaluation processes.

The PhD program consists of mentored research work that results in an original thesis contributing meaningfully to existing knowledge. These studies adhere to established Course Rules covering all stages from enrollment through to final assessment of the research work.

Research doctorates typically serve as essential qualifications for academic positions or research-focused professions. Furthermore, various industries value the transferable skills gained through advanced research training for professional applications.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

An applicant may be considered for admission to candidature for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy if the person holds:

a) a Masters degree either by research or with a substantial element (typically one-third) of research work within it, from a university or any other approved institution

b) a Bachelor degree in an appropriate discipline with first class or second class honours conferred by a university or any other approved institution

c) a Bachelor degree in an appropriate discipline in addition to completion of the CQUniversity Graduate Certificate in Research with an average of distinction level of achievement, or

d) alternative qualification/s and/or experience deemed by RHDC to be of equivalent scope and standard to those listed above.

IELTS Academic - Overall 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0); TOEFL (internet-based) - Overall 79 (with no score less than 21), PTE Academic - Overall 62 (with no score less than 54), CAE and CPE - Overall 176 (with no band less than 169).

Tuition AUD 37,824

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