Sydney,
NSW,
Australia
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD (Health Sciences) in Sydney Australia | The University of Notre Dame Australia
The University of Notre Dame Australia
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Sydney Australia
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
45,141
(c. USD31,801.83)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The University of Notre Dame Australia's Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program is a research-focused degree centered on thesis work. Each program is tailored to the specific methodological needs of the research project and the subject area, while also considering the candidate's academic background. Additional coursework may be required to enhance students' knowledge and skills for their research. This PhD program aims to cultivate students' ability to design and execute independent research with exceptional originality and academic rigor. Students are guided to explore their research topics within wider contexts and to employ interdisciplinary problem-solving approaches.
Every research candidate receives dedicated supervisors who serve as both mentors and advisors throughout their doctoral journey. Prospective applicants should contact the University's Research Office to schedule a consultation with an appropriate faculty member before submitting their application.
The maximum completion timeframe for the Doctor of Philosophy (excluding approved leaves) is typically three years for full-time students and six years for part-time students, with a minimum duration of two years.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
The following criteria are required for a student to be admitted to the PhD program:
Completion of a research Masters degree (by research or course work and thesis), appropriate to the professional field of the applicant (or equivalent) at a high level of achievement, or
A Bachelor's degree with Honours (Class 1 or Class 2A Honours level or equivalent), or
In exceptional circumstance, an equivalent academic or professional background that is considered by the Dean of the School and the PVC-R to be an appropriate preparation for independent study and research at a doctoral level.
An applicant 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 or as deemed appropriate by the Dean of the School.
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
Completion of a research Masters degree (by research or course work and thesis), appropriate to the professional field of the applicant (or equivalent) at a high level of achievement, or
A Bachelor's degree with Honours (Class 1 or Class 2A Honours level or equivalent), or
In exceptional circumstance, an equivalent academic or professional background that is considered by the Dean of the School and the PVC-R to be an appropriate preparation for independent study and research at a doctoral level.
An applicant 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 or as deemed appropriate by the Dean of the School.
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