About the course

The Australian National University provides PhD candidates with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support. When selecting a research program, an institution's reputation is everything. ANU is one of the world's leading universities, and the smart choice for your research program.

　　As a PhD candidate you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field. Your research will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development. Our students have access to unique facilities and work with world-class experts in a variety of fields.

　　Employment Opportunities

　　Graduates of the Doctor of Philosophy degree have a wide range of career opportunities in addition to academia. Our graduates find employment nationally and internationally in government, start-ups, and industry across many sectors of the economy. They work as researchers, analysts, consultants, software developers and as managers and executives. 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: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Canberra
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Canberra
Open intake available throughout 2024	Canberra
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Canberra
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Canberra
Open intake available throughout 2025	Canberra
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Canberra
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Canberra
Open intake available throughout 2026	Canberra

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for The Australian National University

Potential candidates must have completed a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with at least upper second class Honours or equivalent and demonstrate the capacity to undertake independent research (First Class Honours is usually required).

　　Academic IELTS - An overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component of the test.

　　TOEFL PBT - A score of 570 with a TWE score of 4.5

　　TOEFL iBT - An overall score of 80, with a minimum of 20 in Reading and Writing and 18 in Speaking and Listening.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

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 Australian National University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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World ranking

　　67th / 1250

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