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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 influence. If you're driven by our mission to not just envision the future but actively shape it, we welcome you to be part of our community.
The minimum requirement for admission to a PhD degree is one of the following:
completion of a Master of Research (MRes) with a grade of at least a Distinction level (75 per cent or greater)
a Master of Philosophy
a two-year masters degree with a major research component at Distinction level (75 per cent or greater).
Note: the entry requirements for cotutelle and joint PhD are the same as for the Doctor of Philosophy.
Further requirements include:
peer-reviewed research output may be taken into consideration for admission to the program
you must also demonstrate your suitability for entry to the program by including a detailed research proposal
entry 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.