About the course

Monash Arts PhD is an unrivalled graduate research degree that brings big picture thinkers together with world-leading academics, field experts and sector partners to uncover the change that needs to be made in our world. Your critical, inquiring and dynamic mind will explore the challenges and opportunities that need to be addressed and embraced, and translate findings into applicable, relevant and truly impactful solutions.

　　A PhD (Arts) involves the independent investigation of a research problem formulated by you in consultation with your supervisors. You will be required to produce a research thesis of no more than 80,000 words. A key strength of our research programs lies in their diversity. This is reflected in our academics who are some of the world’s most inspiring and distinguished researchers. To learn more about our cutting-edge researchers’ work across humanities, arts and social sciences, listen to our podcast and watch our documentary series.

　　As well as the research component, you will also complete a series of professional development activities or coursework units relevant to your chosen research focus. These activities are designed to provide you with the skills needed to develop your professional skills to support you in your future career Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Clayton
Open intake available throughout 2024	Clayton
Open intake available throughout 2024	Caulfield East
Open intake available throughout 2025	Caulfield East
Open intake available throughout 2025	Clayton
Open intake available throughout 2026	Caulfield East
Open intake available throughout 2026	Clayton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Monash University

The minimum qualifications for admission to PhD enrolment are:

　　a bachelor's degree requiring at least four years of full-time study in a relevant field, and which normally includes a research component in the fourth year, leading to an honours 1 or 2A in a relevant field,

　　a course leading to a level rated by the relevant department, faculty and committee as equivalent to an honours 1 or 2A in a relevant field,

　　a master's degree that entails work, normally including a significant research component, including at least 25% of one full time equivalent year of work, including a thesis. It is normally expected that a grade of honours 2A has been obtained for the research thesis or project. Where ungraded, examiners' reports will be taken into account, or

　　have qualifications which in the opinion of GRC are deemed equivalent.

　　IELTS - 7.0 overall (no band less than 6.5), TOEFL ibt - 94 + Reading 19, Listening 20, Speaking 20 & Writing 24, TOEFL paper score - 587 +

　　TWE 4.5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Monash University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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