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The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is granted for original research showcasing a student's ability to undertake substantial independent scholarly work.
At Macquarie University, we strive to produce groundbreaking research with global impact. If you're driven by the vision to not just imagine but actively shape tomorrow, we welcome you to be part of our community.
Our doctoral program equips you with cutting-edge expertise, fostering abilities such as analytical reasoning, creative problem-solving, critical evaluation, leadership, social influence, and technological design - competencies ranked among the World Economic Forum's most crucial future skills.
The minimum requirement for admission to a PhD degree is:
You must also demonstrate your suitability for entry to the program by:
Entry to a PhD will also be assessed on availability of appropriate supervision and resources.
Candidates who have not completed an MRes and do not meet the above criteria may be asked to undertake the Master of Research as a research training pathway to the Doctor of Philosophy or the Master of Philosophy.
English language Requirements: