About the course

A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is an internationally recognised graduate research program that will enable you to become an independent researcher.

　　With the guidance of an advisory team, you'll undertake a research project, produce an 80,000-word thesis and complete an oral examination.

　　A PhD takes 3 to 4 years full-time. Under guidance, you'll develop advanced research skills and knowledge in your chosen field.

　　The thesis is a substantial document that makes an original contribution to your field of research. Your thesis may involve an alternate format.

　　You'll need a strong academic background and you may need to submit a research proposal and other documents to support your application. About 1,000 PhD candidates join UQ each year researching a wide range of topics. 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: 4 Year(s)Fees: AU$187,520

Intake	Location
Quarter 2 (April), 2024	St Lucia
Quarter 2 (April), 2024	Herston
Quarter 2 (April), 2024	Gatton
Quarter 3 (July), 2024	St Lucia
Quarter 3 (July), 2024	Herston
Quarter 3 (July), 2024	Gatton
Quarter 4 (October), 2024	St Lucia
Quarter 4 (October), 2024	Herston
Quarter 4 (October), 2024	Gatton
Quarter 1 (January), 2025	St Lucia
Quarter 1 (January), 2025	Herston
Quarter 1 (January), 2025	Gatton
Quarter 2 (April), 2025	St Lucia
Quarter 2 (April), 2025	Herston
Quarter 2 (April), 2025	Gatton
Quarter 3 (July), 2025	St Lucia
Quarter 3 (July), 2025	Herston
Quarter 3 (July), 2025	Gatton
Quarter 4 (October), 2025	St Lucia
Quarter 4 (October), 2025	Herston
Quarter 4 (October), 2025	Gatton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for The University of Queensland

You have to prove you are prepared for PhD study. You do this by showing you:

　　have completed some research experience

　　have completed an approved university degree and

　　can meet the English language requirements.

　　Approved degrees

　　An approved degree needs to be:

　　in an area relevant to your proposed PhD project and

　　completed no more than 10 years ago.

　　You need one of the following approved degrees to apply for a PhD:

　　Master of Philosophy (or another research master?s degree), or

　　Bachelor?s degree from an approved university with at least honours class IIA or equivalent, or

　　Coursework master?s degree with an overall grade point average of 5.65 on the 7-point UQ scale which includes relevant research experience, approved by the dean, or

　　Postgraduate degree (at least one year full-time or equivalent) with an overall grade point average of 5 on the 7-point UQ scale, together with demonstrated research experience equivalent to honours class IIA will be considered on a case-by-case basis, or

　　Bachelor?s degree plus at least 2 years of relevant research experience, including research publications.

　　IELTS - 6.5 (6.0 in every sub-band)

　　TOEFL (paper-based) - 570 (95.0 in TWE (written), and 54 in reading & listening)

　　TOEFL (internet-based) - 87 (21 in written, 19 in reading, listening & speaking)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 87.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

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

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