About the course

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a research degree available in all study areas and provides you with the skills to become an effective researcher in your previously studied discipline. By undertaking a Doctor of Philosophy you will have expansive intellectual freedom to be able to make an original and substantial contribution to your area of study. UniSQ academics are recognised throughout the world for their excellence in research. Some of the projects you can tap into are at the forefront of cutting edge research. As a research student you will have the commitment and support to make a difference to society in a meaningful way. UniSQ is committed to excellence in research training and provide a quality research training experience for our students. We maintain our relevance in research by linking with industry and business through local and international research networks.

　　Graduating with a Doctor of Philosophy is ideal if you wish to pursue a career in industry, academia or government with specialisation in your chosen field. 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
February, 2024	Springfield Central
February, 2024	Toowoomba
February, 2024	Ipswich
April, 2024	Springfield Central
April, 2024	Toowoomba
April, 2024	Ipswich
May, 2024	Springfield Central
May, 2024	Toowoomba
May, 2024	Ipswich
July, 2024	Springfield Central
July, 2024	Toowoomba
July, 2024	Ipswich
August, 2024	Springfield Central
August, 2024	Toowoomba
August, 2024	Ipswich
September, 2024	Springfield Central
September, 2024	Toowoomba
September, 2024	Ipswich
November, 2024	Springfield Central
November, 2024	Toowoomba
November, 2024	Ipswich
January, 2025	Springfield Central
January, 2025	Toowoomba
January, 2025	Ipswich
February, 2025	Springfield Central
February, 2025	Toowoomba
February, 2025	Ipswich
April, 2025	Springfield Central
April, 2025	Toowoomba
April, 2025	Ipswich
May, 2025	Springfield Central
May, 2025	Toowoomba
May, 2025	Ipswich
July, 2025	Springfield Central
July, 2025	Toowoomba
July, 2025	Ipswich
August, 2025	Springfield Central
August, 2025	Toowoomba
August, 2025	Ipswich
September, 2025	Springfield Central
September, 2025	Toowoomba
September, 2025	Ipswich
November, 2025	Springfield Central
November, 2025	Toowoomba
November, 2025	Ipswich

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for The University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ)

Applicants must have one of the following:

　　an Australian university Bachelor honours degree with First Class Honours or Second Class Honours (Division A) or equivalent, or

　　an Australian university Masters degree (with a significant research component) or equivalent, or

　　other qualifications and/or experiences equivalent to First Class or Second Class Honours (Division A).

　　IELTS - 6.5 (no component lower than 6.0)

　　TOEFL (paper based) - 570 (with a minimum Test of Written English score TWE 5)

　　TOEFL (internet based) - 90 (or better) (with 20 minimum in all bands)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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

　　

Further information

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World ranking

　　351st / 1250

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