Doctor of Health Sciences in Perth Australia | The University of Notre Dame Australia

The University of Notre Dame Australia | Perth Australia
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD 45,141
(c. USD31,797.32)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The Professional Doctorate is an advanced research program tailored for working professionals aiming to excel academically while advancing knowledge in their field. This degree focuses on exploring key issues, blending practical expertise with academic research.

Specifically, it fosters a research-driven methodology to address industry-relevant questions and promotes structured data collection, analysis, and interpretation. We strongly advise consulting with appropriate professional organizations, employers, or industry networks when selecting your research focus. An Education doctorate enables you to pursue scholarly distinction through investigation and study while equipping you for leadership positions in your professional domain.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

The following criteria apply to students seeking admission to the Professional Doctorate program:

The Pro Vice Chancellor-Research, on the advice of the Dean of the School, determines admission to the Doctor of Health Sciences Award.
Applicants to the Doctor of Health Sciences Award are expected to satisfy the following criteria:
Possession of a research Masters degree by thesis or dissertation appropriate to the professional field of the applicant, or
Possession of a Masters degree by coursework appropriate to the professional field of the applicant completed at a superior standard, or
Possession of a Bachelor's degree with Honours (typically 1st Class or Class 2A Honours level or equivalent), or
Possession of a Master of Philosophy, or
In exceptional circumstances, an equivalent academic or professional background that is considered by the Dean of the School to be an appropriate preparation for independent study and research work at Doctoral level.
In addition to the academic criteria listed above, applicants are normally expected to satisfy the following:
have a minimum of 3 years of relevant professional practice,
have the support of an industry or professional mentor.
You may be required to demonstrate an ability to understand and communicate in both written and spoken English at a level adequate for the purpose of pursuing the program of study.

IELTS Academic - 7.0 overall, with no score lower than 7.0 in writing and no other individual band score lower than 6.5
TOEFL (iBT) - 94 overall, with no score lower than 27 in writing and no other individual band score lower than 20

Tuition AUD 45,141

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