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Pursue groundbreaking research that expands human understanding by deeply investigating a subject you're passionate about. The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program enables you to thoroughly examine a research topic of your choice. Under expert supervision, you'll conduct independent study on a specialized subject, culminating in a thesis under 100,000 words that makes a novel, meaningful addition to academic knowledge. Throughout your PhD journey, you'll cultivate advanced research capabilities - from identifying research problems to mastering relevant theories and methodologies, while situating your work within broader disciplinary contexts. The thesis process provides stimulating opportunities to collaborate with leading scholars, engage in academic discourse, and present at conferences worldwide. Research degrees are available across all academic fields, with Murdoch University particularly supporting interdisciplinary studies alongside traditional disciplines.
To be eligible for admission as a candidate for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), an applicant must: * have a Bachelor Degree with at least a 2A Honours (AQF level 8); or * have a Masters Degree (AQF level 9) which incorporates satisfactory research preparation equivalent to at least 12 credit points; or* be enrolled as a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) candidate in the University (AQF level 9) and satisfy the Dean with evidence of the ability to complete a Doctoral Degree (Research) successfully (AQF level 10) within the enrolment period specified in the GRD regulations ;or* have a Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) and satisfy the Dean of Graduate Research with evidence of substantive and significant scholarly or professional attainments providing satisfactory research preparation equivalent of AQF level 8 or 9.
IELTS overall 6.5 with no band below 6.0; TOEFL IBT Ð 90 with no band less than 20