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How to get a PhD
Study tips Published 5 Apr, 2022 · 4-minute read
Trying to wrap your head around how PhD programs work? We don’t blame you. Sometimes it feels like you need a PhD just to figure out how to get a PhD.
So, with a little help from our academics and some UQ PhD candidates, we’ve broken down the application and preparation process into 10 manageable steps:
- Complete prior research
- Choose your topic
- Find a PhD supervisor
- Write your PhD proposal
- Identify potential scholarships
- Gather required documents and apply
- Determine if you'll continue working during your PhD
- Calculate how long you’ll be researching your PhD
- Develop the traits and behaviours of a good PhD student
- Apply and get accepted
Let’s discuss how to get a PhD in Australia – from choosing your topic to getting stuck into the actual research.
1. Complete prior research (if necessary)
You don’t necessarily need a master’s degree to start a PhD. However, you do need to have completed extensive research. This might involve an academic research program (such as a bachelor's degree with an honours year or a Master of Philosophy ), research conducted in your professional career, or a combination of both. The important thing is that you can demonstrate experience in conducting effective research, as this is a key part of the PhD selection criteria.
Learn more about doing a PhD without a master's degree
2. Choose your topic
Whether you’re developing a thesis on a topic you’ve already worked on or branching out into a new area of interest, you’ll want to know early what kind of topic you want to research for your PhD. Finding a niche that sparks your curiosity is important for ensuring you’ll stay inspired during the 3+ years ahead.
Keep in mind that you generally have two options here. You can complete a PhD by:
- joining an existing research project in an area that interests you
- start a fresh research project that aligns with your specific goals.
Get tips for choosing your PhD topic or explore available research projects at UQ
3. Find a PhD supervisor
One of the essential steps to consider when thinking about how to get a PhD is finding someone to guide you through the process.
Approaching academics about your PhD can be intimidating, but shortlisting and selecting the most appropriate person / team to supervise your research project is important. By choosing your mentor carefully, you can ensure you’ve got someone in your corner who understands your research, has relevant expertise, and will be there to support you throughout your journey.
Learn how to find the right PhD supervisor
4. Write your PhD proposal
Check with your supervisor to see if they require a formal PhD proposal (most will, but not all). If so, with their guidance, it’s time to put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard).
Even if your supervisor doesn't explicitly ask for one, a PhD proposal is a valuable document for outlining the scope of your research and giving your project its initial momentum – so it might be worth writing one either way.
Learn how to write a good PhD proposal
5. Identify potential scholarships
Dedicating yourself to research sometimes means sacrificing your income in the short term, though it can lead to more financial security in the long term . To help support yourself during your studies, you can apply for PhD scholarships and funding.
Learn how to get a PhD scholarship
6. Gather required documents and apply
It’s time to jump online and do the official application process. Aside from your research proposal, you should also prepare to provide your:
- academic CV
- academic transcript
- degree certificate(s)
- English language documents (if needed)
- ID (such as a passport)
- two references / letters of recommendation from people who can comment on your research experience.
Learn how to apply online for a UQ PhD
7. Determine if you'll continue working during your PhD
Some PhD candidates continue doing part-time or casual work while completing their research. However, this isn't easy and may not be feasible in most cases; it takes serious time-management skills to juggle any kind of job alongside a full-time PhD. So, think carefully about whether you’d like to keep working in some capacity or commit your attention fully to your research.
Learn more about working while doing a PhD
8. Calculate how long you’ll be researching your PhD
To complete your PhD within the standard 3.5-year* timeframe, you'll need to be organised with a clear project plan. Of course, the very nature of research is that you'll discover unexpected things and take unplanned detours along the way. So, your plan should include contingencies for any obstacles you might hit to ensure you still complete your research on time.
*In special cases, you may be able to request an extension of your tuition for up to 4 years, but that is the maximum time allowed for a PhD.
Explore how long a PhD takes
9. Develop the traits and behaviours of a good PhD student
We know you’ve already got what it takes, but there are some skills and attributes you could cultivate or practise to make your upcoming journey a little smoother. Between writing your proposal and meeting with potential supervisors, be sure to set some time aside to work on yourself as well.
Discover what makes a good PhD student
10. Apply and get accepted
All the preparation is done. You’ve equipped all the gear, chosen your guide and mapped out your route. It's time to apply and set the wheels in motion.
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Doctor of Philosophy
As a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidate, you’ll complete a substantial program of independent and original research in your chosen field of study. A PhD prepares you for a range of careers - from academic to industry and is the highest degree qualification available.
- 3–4 years (full time) minimum commitment of 35 – 40 hours per week or
- 6–8 years (part time) minimum commitment of 15 hours per week.
- Offered in all Faculties
- A thesis of no more than 100,000 words.
Entry requirements
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UNSW undertakes world-class research that tackles some of the greatest challenges facing society today. When you join the UNSW research community, you join a passionate collective of people who are using research to transform minds, transform lives, and transform the world.
UNSW will support you to develop the skills and expertise you need to make a difference in your field. We are committed to providing you with an unmatched PhD experience that includes outstanding research training and mentorship, world-class supervision, and access to research environments defined by excellence and collaboration.
You will receive advanced specialist research training and produce a thesis that provides evidence for independent thought, critical analysis, and expert knowledge of the discipline in an international context. In some disciplines, creative work may form part of the thesis.
Find information about individual PhD programs and codes on the UNSW Handbook .
Learn about the graduate attributes and learning outcomes for UNSW higher degree research programs here .
The minimum requirement for admission to a PhD is:
- A UNSW Bachelor degree with first or upper second class Honours from UNSW; or
- a completed Master by Research from UNSW with a substantial research component and demonstrated capacity for timely completion of a high quality research thesis; or
- an equivalent qualification from a tertiary institution as determined by the Faculty Higher Degree Committee (HDC)
The minimum requirement for UNSW Scholarship with admission to a PhD is:
- a four year Bachelor degree with first or upper second class Honours from an Australian institution or equivalent research qualification as above.
You may think of yourself as a student, but we think of you as a professional researcher in the early stages of a long and vibrant career.
UNSW will provide you with the skills and expertise to pursue a range of career pathways after you graduate, from academia to industry.
As a PhD candidate, you’ll have access to a wealth of opportunities to work with and alongside industry through industry PhD programs to internships and mentorships .
You’ll also have access to the most comprehensive student entrepreneurship program in Australia, that can help you develop your ideas, raise capital and launch a startup.
Fees and costs
The costs associated with enrolment in a research higher degree program vary depending on whether you are a domestic or international candidate. Learn more about the fees and costs here .
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Entry requirements and admission pathways options for research students
Whether you're beginning your research study or continuing at a higher level, our degrees provide a unique opportunity to follow a specific interest in a particular research area.
Doctor of Philosophy
The PhD is Griffith’s premier research training degree. It is awarded for a thesis (or a series of published papers), drafted under supervision, which makes an original, significant, and extensive contribution to knowledge and understanding in your field of study.
Learn more about PhDs
Doctor of Philosophy (by prior publication)
This degree can offer you formal recognition for your work if you are an established researcher and do not already hold a doctoral level qualification.
Learn more about PhDs by prior publication
Doctor of Medicine / Doctor of Philosophy concurrent pathway
The PhD will allow you to complete the first two years of the Doctor of Medicine program before commencing two years of full time PhD work in clinical research.
Learn more about concurrent pathways to a PhD
Professional Doctorates
These are integrated degrees of professional and research work, and include doctoral level coursework associated with a thesis.
Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology
Doctor of Education
Doctor of Musical Arts
Doctor of Visual Arts
Master of Philosophy
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is awarded for a thesis, drafted under supervision, which presents original research and demonstrates both knowledge of a research topic and discipline. It is shorter than a PhD and offered across all schools.
Learn more about the MPhil
Specialist Masters by Research
These are specialist degrees which combine coursework with professional and/or artistic practice.
Master of Arts Research
- Master of Design Research
- Master of Education and Professional Studies Research
Master of Medical Research
Master of Music Research
Master of Science
- Master of Visual Arts Research
Graduate Diploma of Research Studies
The Graduate Diploma of Research Studies provides a Griffith pathway to a PhD or MPhil for applicants who do not possess the required qualifications for direct admission. These are offered in specific disciplines.
- Graduate Diploma of Criminological Research Studies
- Graduate Diploma of Health Research
- Graduate Diploma of Law Research Studies
- Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in Business
- Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in Engineering
- Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in Information Technology
- Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in Science
Research study abroad
International students currently enrolled in a research degree in a university overseas may undertake a research project at Griffith University for one to three semesters, under the research study abroad program.
You’ll be able to study in any research area, provided supervision and resources are available. Credit gained at Griffith is transferred toward the degree at your home institution, with that institution’s agreement.
Learn more about research study abroad
A joint doctoral program allows you to undertake research at Griffith University and one of our partner universities.
Griffith offers a joint degree with the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences. Students undergo a five-year program commencing with one year of coursework training at UCAS , followed by a four-year research program at both UCAS and Griffith.
The GU - UCAS application round for Griffith University is currently closed.
Intake Dates
Griffith offers you the choice of four research intake dates to commence your PhD or Master of Philosophy.
If your research program includes coursework, please also check the trimester start dates .
Intake 3, 2024 8 July 2024
Intake 4, 2024 14 October 2024
Intake 1, 2025 24 February 2025
Intake 2, 2025 28 April 2025
Pathways to research
Griffith offers multiple admission pathways to a PhD or other doctoral degrees
Find out more
Fees and financial support
Domestic candidates.
Australian (domestic) candidates are any applicants who are: Australian citizens; or New Zealand citizens residing in Australia; or holders of an Australian permanent residency visa; or holders of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa.
If you are a domestic candidate applying for a doctorate or masters by research, you are currently exempt from tuition fees under the federal government’s Research Training Program. You will need to consider additional study costs such as personal study materials and some support services.
Note. Doctor of Philosophy (by Prior Publication), Master of Science, and Graduate Diploma of Research Studies candidates are required to pay tuition fees.
International candidates
International candidates are any applicants who are not Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian Permanent Residents, or a holder of an Australian Permanent Humanitarian visa.
International candidates study on a fee-paying basis and they must pay the full costs of their education through tuition fees, either directly or through a third party (sponsor, government, or scholarship). International candidates will also need to consider living costs associated with studying in Australia, such as living expenses and accommodation.
Remote candidature
If you are not intending to relocate to the Brisbane/Gold Coast region to undertake your program, you can apply to pursue your candidature predominantly away from the University (remote candidature). A number of factors will need to be considered including the appointment of a qualified local supervisor and a minimum period to be spent on campus at the University. You will need to provide a statement with your application that addresses the following:
- The resources and facilities available at the location to support the research program (for example laboratory space, library facilities, computer access)
- A schedule of contact indicating the frequency and medium of communication between the candidate and supervisors
- A program of visits to the University, as required to undertake your research project
- Details of a qualified person at the location who has agreed to act as a local associate supervisor, where appropriate
Understand your program requirements
Griffith research programs have different requirements for entry and for completion.
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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Qualifications required
A bachelors degree with first-class or second-class honours (Division A), or a masters degree incorporating a significant research component with equivalent grades (GPA of at least 5.5, and a grade of 6.0 for the research component on a 7.0 point scale).
Doctor of Philosophy (by Prior Publication)
Established researcher of international standing in the respective field on the basis of an ongoing record of academic work, and for who admission to the PhD program is inappropriate; and have a portfolio of high quality publications that meet the program criteria.
A bachelors degree in psychology with first-class or second-class honours (Division A), or a masters degree in psychology incorporating a significant research component with equivalent grades (GPA of at least 5.5, and a grade of 6.0 for the research component on a 7.0 point scale). Qualifications must be accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). Note: Admission is restricted to candidates who are registered Psychologists or who are eligible for probationary registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
Doctor of Medicine/Doctor of Philosophy
A numerical score equivalent to a Distinction for year 1 of the Doctor of Medicine program; and a bachelors degree with first-class or second-class honours (Division A), or a masters degree incorporating a significant research component with equivalent grades (GPA of at least 5.5, and a grade of 6.0 for the research component on a 7.0 point scale).
Research Study Abroad (Non-Award)
Enrolled in a Doctoral program in an overseas institution.
A bachelors degree with first-class or second-class honours (Division A), or a masters degree incorporating a significant research component with equivalent grades (GPA of at least 5.5, and a grade of 6.0 for the research component on a 7.0 point scale), and professional engagement pertinent to the degree of at least 3 years.
A bachelors degree with first-class or second-class honours (Division A), or a masters degree incorporating a significant research component with equivalent grades (GPA of at least 5.5, and a grade of 6.0 for the research component on a 7.0 point scale), and normally professional experience pertinent to the degree of at least 5 years.
A bachelors degree with second-class honours (Division B), or a masters degree incorporating a significant research component with equivalent grades (GPA of at least 5.0, and a grade of 5.0 for the research component on a 7.0 point scale).
A postgraduate qualification with a GPA of at least 5.0 (on a 7.0 point scale), or a bachelors degree with second-class honours (Division B). Qualification must be in a related discipline.
Master of Education and Professional Research Studies
A Bachelor degree in medical science, biological science, pharmaceutical science or a related health discipline with a GPA of at least 5.0 (on a 7.0 point scale) or equivalent.
A Bachelor of Music degree with second-class honours (Division B) or a postgraduate qualification in music with appropriate professional experience.
A Bachelor of Science degree in microbiology in a relevant science discipline with a GPA of at least 5.0 (on a 7.0 point scale) or equivalent.
Master of Visual Arts
A bachelor degree with second-class honours (Division B) or an equivalent 4 year bachelor degree in an appropriate visual art or design discipline. Practitioners with substantial experience and a corresponding exhibition record will be considered.
Master of Design (Research)
English Language Requirements
All research applicants are expected to have reached an appropriate level of proficiency in English. International applicants and other applicants who have undertaken their prior studies overseas must provide documentary evidence of their English language proficiency (ELP). Full documentary evidence in support of English proficiency must be submitted with applications for candidature and scholarship.
English language tests
Applicants to research programs will need to show they meet:
- A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS (Academic) with no band score less than 6.0
- OR a minimum score of 575 on the paper-based TOEFL including a score of no less than 5.0 on the TWE
- OR a score of 79 on the internet-based (iBT) TOEFL with no sub-score less than 19
English test results must be no more than two years old at the time of application. For a full list of accepted English tests and minimum scores, please see the Higher Degree Research Policy.
Applicants should be aware that these test scores are the minimum scores required by Griffith University for most disciplinary areas and that some elements may require higher levels of proficiency.
Higher Degree Research Policy
English pathway option
If you do not meet specific English entry requirements for your program, you may wish to consider English pathway options at Griffith University. The Griffith English Language Institute (GELI) provides high-quality English language instruction for international students who wish to prepare for postgraduate courses in Australia. GELI has three centres located at Griffith’s Nathan, Mt Gravatt and Gold Coast campuses. You can complete the Direct Entry Program at GELI to meet the language requirements for your program.
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National industry phd program.
The Australian Government is investing $296 million to build a bedrock of research talent skilled in university–industry collaboration across the sector under the Increase Workforce Mobility initiative. This includes funding to establish the National Industry PhD Program to support the Government’s commitment to add 1,800 Industry PhDs over 10 years.
About the Program
An Industry PhD is a doctoral program designed with an industry application. Under appropriate academic and industry supervision, PhD candidates undertake a co-designed research project with university and industry participation.
The National Industry PhD Program will support PhD candidates to undertake industry-focused research projects and be equipped with the knowledge and skills to better translate university research into commercialisation outcomes. Upon completion, candidates will have the ability to work at the interface of research and industry, and across the sectors in future.
The Program consists of two streams:
- Industry Linked PhD stream: This stream is for outstanding PhD candidates to undertake research projects co-designed by university and industry, with opportunities to be embedded in an industry setting and participate in a 12-week training program.
- Industry Researcher PhD stream: This stream is for highly capable industry professionals who are supported by their employers to undertake PhD projects in partnership with a university while retaining industry employment and salary benefits.
For more information, please visit the adjacent Program website hosted by the delivery partner, Campus Plus.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted on ISEO by participating universities on behalf of researchers, industry partners, PhD candidates and industry employees.
If you are unsure of a participating university's main point of contact, please contact Campus Plus at [email protected]
Alternatively, if your project is not yet application ready, please fill in this short Expression of Interest form. This will enable Campus Plus to assist you.
Applications for Round 3 2024 are now closed.
Applications for Round 4 2024 are expected to open on 1 July 2024.
For more information regarding general application timelines, please see Attachment D of the Program Guidelines .
Where to find out more
The National Industry PhD Program Guidelines provides more detailed information about the National Industry PhD Program, including eligibility, duration, application processes, training embedment and funding support.
- Access the Program guidelines .
- National Industry PhD Industry Linked and Industry Researcher funding amount
View all the National Industry PhD Program resources
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Doctor of Philosophy
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Campus Magill City West
Duration 4 year(s) full-time
Mode On-campus
Program Code MPHD
Fees AUD$ 36,100 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2024
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Program level Doctorate by research
Entry requirements
You must check the entry requirements for the type of research degree you wish to apply for and make sure you are eligible.
- If you are an international applicant you also need to check that you meet the English language requirements.
- Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not automatically guarantee entry into a research degree.
Degree overview
- Develop the ability to independently design and execute original research that generates new knowledge, understandings or insights, including through creative practice-based methods.
- Benefit from our extensive national and international research links and strong record in winning national competitive grants.
- Undertake exciting and innovative research in our creative disciplines, which are recognised for their world-class research in contemporary arts, design, creative writing and journalism, creative industries, film, architecture and built environment, communication and culture 1 .
- Work under the guidance of experienced and highly qualified research supervisors.
- Learn from visiting scholars and artists and participate in our vibrant research culture.
- Tailor your PhD studies to suit your research interests and/or work on industry-linked research projects.
- Work in a dynamic and well-equipped research environment.
- UniSA is an unstoppable university for unstoppable people. As one of the World’s Top Young Universities 2 , we’ll ensure you get the experience your future profession demands so it’ll feel like you’re studying one minute and in a career the next.
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What is a research degree?
A research degree is an advanced program of study allowing you to investigate a topic relevant to your field. Under the supervision of world-class researchers, research degree students learn and apply advanced research methodologies to produce new knowledge, understandings and insights, and provide solutions to the world’s challenges. Completing a research degree means becoming an expert in your field. It’s your opportunity to take a topic that interests you, explore it in depth, tackle intellectual, creative and practical challenges, and communicate your findings.
You can study a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Doctor of Philosophy (by Portfolio of Publications) and Master of Research.
Research degrees offered at UniSA
Doctor of philosophy (phd).
Produces graduates with the capacity to conduct research independently at a high level of originality and quality. By the end of the degree, a PhD student will be capable of independently designing and executing original research that generates new knowledge, understandings and insights (three to four years full-time equivalent).
Doctor of Philosophy (by Portfolio of Publications)
Allows formal recognition of established researchers and/or scholars who do not already hold a PhD qualification, and who have produced research of international standing in their field with an ongoing record of academic publication (work).
Master of research
Students analyse their thesis topic at an advanced level, applying research methodology and techniques to contribute new knowledge, understandings and insights to their field, under appropriate supervision (two years full-time equivalent).
Please note, a Master by Coursework (such as an MBA) involves enrolling in selected courses and participating in lectures and tutorials (online or on campus). It is different to a Master of Research.
Find out more about what you can study.
Why do a research degree?
UniSA research is inspired by the challenges and opportunities of today. In the 2018 Australian Research Council Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) evaluation of Australian universities, all of our assessed research was rated at world class or above. We are vibrant, outward-facing and responsive. We partner with industry, government and communities to seek answers to questions that arise in the real world.
Learn more about our research .
The transformed PhD
UniSA intends to deliver industry and end-user informed research that supports employer-relevant curriculum. To achieve this, and to produce entrepreneurial and business-aware graduates, we have developed the transformed PhD.
We have added a structured component to research degrees including enhanced skill development, supervisory panels and a technology-enabled oral defence of the thesis. Through these activities you will develop a set of professional, transferable skills relevant to our knowledge-based enterprise economy.
The aim of the transformed PhD is to increase your employment prospects in any career path. You will possess the knowledge, expertise and confidence to meet the emerging needs of academia, industry, government and the community.
Four good reasons to do a research degree
- Challenge yourself. You will need to work hard, be dedicated and think analytically at a high level. You will tackle completely new research and different research methods, or extend research already undertaken.
- Increase your career opportunities. A research degree provides evidence of independent thought and the ability to manage a research project in a given timeframe. Your research could allow you to develop a new specialisation, academic field or career. A research degree at UniSA will also allow you to develop a skillset which sets you apart, putting you at the centre of your professional development.
- Make your ideas public. Your research findings may be published, presented at conferences, provide a commercial return and have a positive impact on society.
- Contribute to society. Discover new methods, understandings and techniques, and solve a real-world problem.
What can I research?
We offer doctoral candidates the opportunity to undertake exciting and innovative research in the following disciplines:
- creative industries
- contemporary art
- architecture
- digital arts
- media and communication
- creative writing
- performing arts
- film studies
Find a research area
To find a research area, you'll need to match your qualifications and interests to the research projects offered at UniSA. These have been developed by teams of academics who will supervise you during your research degree.
Scholarships and projects
A scholarship allows you to focus on your research without needing to do paid work. At UniSA, you can explore high achiever scholarships, vacation research scholarships, as well as Vice Chancellor and President’s scholarships.
We also offer thematically-based scholarships. These scholarships will not only address local, national and international grand challenges, they will also ensure you work across the University, with industry, and with community partners.
Learn more about available scholarships .
Graduate outcomes
There are seven identified graduate qualities and outcomes that result from doing a research degree at UniSA. Importantly, these competencies are transferable to the workplace, whether academic or professional. In brief, a research degree graduate of the University of South Australia:
- understands, can contribute to and critique current research-based knowledge in their field
- is prepared for lifelong learning in pursuit of ongoing personal development and excellence
- is an effective problem solver and researcher
- can work both autonomously and collaboratively as a researcher
- is committed to ethical action and social responsibility
- communicates research knowledge effectively
- demonstrates international perspectives in research
Read about our research degree graduate qualities in more detail.
Why Doctor of Philosophy
UniSA provides a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment where you are encouraged to explore your own ideas under the supervision of some of Australia’s leading researchers.
We are widely recognised for our world-class research in contemporary art, design, creative arts and writing, language, communication and culture, architecture and the built environment 1 .
In addition, we will ensure you graduate with transferable career skills that complement your research experience and enhance your global capability when you complete the Engaged PhD program. As part of this degree, you will complete skill development workshops and masterclasses aligned to your interests.
1 2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA)
Career outcomes
Your career.
A PhD will give you a competitive edge in the work place. You may choose to pursue a career in academia, or in research with a research institution or university. Alternatively, you may choose to work in your chosen specialisation. A research degree graduate of the University of South Australia:
- understands current research based knowledge in their field and its methodologies for creating new knowledge, understandings and insights within a critical context
- is prepared for lifelong learning in pursuit of ongoing personal development and excellence in research within and beyond a discipline or professional area
- is an effective problem solver, capable of applying logical, critical and creative thinking to a range of research problems
- can work both autonomously and collaboratively as a researcher within a particular discipline or professional area and within wider but related areas
- is committed to ethical action and social responsibility as a researcher in a discipline or professional area and as a leading citizen
- communicates effectively as a researcher in a discipline or professional area and as a leading member of the community
- demonstrates international perspectives in research in a discipline or professional area and as a leading citizen
Before applying, you will need to do some investigation. Our step-by-step guide will take you through the process of preparing your application to maximise your chances of success.
Please check the research degrees calendar for all key dates.
Eligibility
Check to see if you meet the entry requirements for the type of research degree you wish to apply for.
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Research Training Program international (RTPi) and University Presidents Scholarship
These scholarships will cover your tuition fees and your overseas health cover, and provide and a stipend (living allowance).
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These scholarships address local, national and international grand challenges, and encourage collaboration with industry and community partners.
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We have six campuses in metropolitan and regional areas, each with modern facilities including lecture theatres, libraries and laboratories, as well as spaces that simulate real work environments.
Your study spaces
Opportunities exist to study at Magill and City West campuses, depending on your area of research.
Magill campus:
Magill campus is set on stunning grounds, with campus features including:
- multimedia studios and editing suites
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City West is a state-of-the art campus, in Adelaide’s west end. Campus features include:
- Australia’s only Architecture Museum
- specialised computer suites
- photography darkrooms and studios
- Samstag Museum
- MOD. – Australia’s leading future-focussed museum
- award-winning contemporary art, architecture and design studios and workshops
- state-of-the-art facilities for rapid prototyping and interactive media
- South Australian School of Art Gallery
- Gym and swimming pool
Student accommodation
We offer advice and assistance to help you find long or short-term accommodation in Adelaide.
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For information on applying to do postgraduate study by research, including Masters by Research, PhDs or Doctorates, please visit unisa.edu.au/Research/Degrees/
You are eligible for a range of scholarships and grants as a current research student. For example, the prestigious Vice Chancellor and President’s Scholarship, Maurice de Rohan International Travel Scholarships or one of UniSA’s International Travel Grants. See Scholarships and Prizes for more information.
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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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Career outcomes
Entry requirements, degree structure, fees and scholarships.
- Do you have a passion for research? 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.
- Our research extends across all of the Schools and Centres in the university. Within the Division of Research and Innovation it is focused across three research institutes and nine research centres , reflecting a wide array of research excellence.
- To start your PhD you need to clarify your research topic and seek an academic staff member to be your supervisor. This can sometimes take time so it is wise to allow several months for discussion with potential supervisors and for consideration of your application.
- 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.
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 (with a thesis comprising at least two units), or
- an Australian-university Masters degree (with a thesis comprising at least two units) or equivalent, or
- other qualifications and/or experiences equivalent to First Class or Second Class Honours (Division A).
English language requirements
You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent . If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program .
UniSQ offers a number of masters degrees for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.
The Doctor of Philosophy comprises a minimum of 16 independent research units, although students would normally complete 24 independent research units, with the option to extend to 32 independent research units if needed.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.
Your actual fees may vary depending on the courses you select. We review our fees annually so these may be subject to change.
1 These are indicative annual fees for 2024.
Grant to help you pay your fees
All Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, and New Zealand citizens commencing a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) degree will have their tuition fees paid by the Australian Commonwealth Government under the Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset scheme. The RTP Fees Offset scheme covers program fees for an HDR student up to a maximum period of four years for full-time study or up to eight years part-time study for a Doctoral degree, and up to a maximum period of two years for full-time or four years part-time for a Masters by Research degree.
As part of the enrolment process, students are required to submit proof of citizenship or permanent residency status and transcripts of all previous academic study. This documentation enables the University of Southern Queensland to determine eligibility for an RTP Fees Offset place.
- have not used RTP Fees Offset funding in the previous three years; or
- have already used RTP Fees Offset funding and have successfully completed an HDR degree. Once a student completes an HDR degree, full entitlements of RTP Fees Offset are restored.
If a student's RTP Fees Offset entitlement expires before completion of the degree, the student will be required to pay full tuition fees, or if meeting the eligibility criteria be able to apply for a FEE-Help loan .
Scholarships
At UniSQ, we offer a range of scholarships to support your success at university. Find a scholarship that works for you.
How to apply
Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.
Applications may be submitted at any time, but it is ideal to allow a minimum of 25 working days between when you submit your application and the start of your requested study period.
Select to start in one of the following intakes:
Further information
To learn more about the application process and how to find and connect with a research supervisor please visit the Graduate Research School website.
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PhD is short for Doctor of Philosophy – a globally recognised research qualification. Traditionally, PhD students completed a substantial piece of original research which is presented as a thesis or dissertation. This research is conducted under the guidance of at least one expert supervisor.
Discover more about higher degrees by research at UniSQ.
If you have a passion for research and want to expand your knowledge in your choose field beyond a masters degree, a PhD might be for you. Other reasons to study a doctorate degree include:
- Expanding your career prospects with the highest achievable postgraduate qualification.
- Become an expert – after your PhD you will be considered an expert in your choose area of research.
- Showcasing your transferrable skills. Achieving a PhD degree involves more than research – your qualification demonstrates your work ethic, problem solving skills, commitment, communication skills and much more depending on your choose research topic.
A PhD qualification can open up many exciting career paths in a variety of roles and settings including:
- Academica or government
- Postdoctoral positions at a university or research institute
- Graduate lecturer
- Researcher/consultant
- Non-government or private organisations
- Scientific research
- Researcher/consultant in industry or non-for-profit.
- Entrepreneur.
A PhD degree will take you approximately three years to complete. Some students choose to study part-time which increases the time it takes to complete the doctorate.
To start a PhD you need to clarify your research topic and seek an academic staff member to be your supervisor, therefore we recommend allowing several months to consider your application.
Graduating with a PhD is a noteworthy achievement as it is considered the highest postgraduate achievement you can earn. After completing your Doctor of Philosophy you will likely be considered an expert in your field, opening up a variety of new career paths. After completing your PhD, take this unique opportunity to:
- Tailor your resume – showcase the skills and knowledge you learnt during your studies, including transferrable skills. Don’t be modest about your achievement as it is significant and your potential employer may not understand what it took to achieve a PhD.
- Networking – put your newly found expertise to good use by attending industry events and meeting other experts or notable professionals in your field. This will not only expand your horizons but may lead to potential job opportunities.
The cost of a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree will vary depending on the education provider you choose.
When you study with us, your degree will cost approximately AUD 31000 (Domestic full fee paying).
All Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, and New Zealand citizens commencing a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) degree will have their tuition fees paid by the Australian Commonwealth Government under the Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset scheme.
For further information on Fees, including RTP and scholarships, please view the Fees and scholarships section of this webpage.
The entry requirements for studying a PhD degree can vary depending on your chosen education provider. At UniSQ applicants must hold either a relevant bachelor honours degree, masters degree or other qualifications and satisfy applicable English Language requirements.
For further details please view the entry requirements section of this page.
Get a strong start to your research career:
- Learn from world class researchers – according to the latest ERA results, UniSQ is rated at world standard or better in 30 areas of research.
- Study for your PhD while balancing your life work and family commitments with flexible online or on-campus study.
- Benefit from our leading research expertise, extending across three research institutes and nine research centres.
- We are proud to partner with industry leaders to drive impactful change, giving our students opportunities to experience research in real-world environments.
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AU$36,480 (2024 annual)
In this PhD program you will develop advanced research skills that will prepare you for a career in academia and other settings in which systematic and critical analytical skills are required.
This PhD degree may be undertaken in a project or thesis mode.
You can specialise in:
- business ethics
- strategy and leadership
- organisational change
- computer law
- entrepreneurship
- corporate governance
- corporate regulation
- corporation law
- computer and privacy law
- commercial law
How you will learn
RMIT's Swanston Academic Building is the base for your business research career.
The building's features include:
- interactive lecture and tutorial spaces, lectorial theatres, small-group rooms and
- other innovative spaces to support enterprise formation.
- Formal learning areas interspersed with retail and social spaces and scenic outlooks over the city of Melbourne.
- wireless connection to printers, the web and specialist learning resources
- the School of Graduate Research office
- 5 Star Green Star Rating for Australian Excellence in sustainable design.
The result is a stimulating environment to encourage creative and intellectual activity among a variety of users.
Research in the Graduate School of Business and Law
Research in the school is focused on information technology, information management, information systems and logistics and supply chain management issues. The School has a strong record of achievement in PhD training with a current enrolment of 80 higher degree students.
Research at RMIT
Time spent on research.
Full-time candidates are expected to commit at least four days per week (or at least two days per week for part-time candidates) to their research. The academic year is 48 weeks.
Regular contact with your supervisor
A schedule of meetings with your supervisor/s must be established to assess progress against milestones and timely completion.
Resources, facilities and support
You will have access to the Learning Hub and other online and digital resources through the myRMIT student portal.
You will be part of an active research community and have access to resources and workshops to help you succeed.
Business Research Office
The Business Research Office supports candidates, supervisors in the College of Business. It is the central office responsible for coordinating and disseminating information about funding opportunities and research-related activities. Prospective researchers are invited to contact the Business Research Office to discuss potential candidature.
School of Graduate Research
The School of Graduate Research works with Schools to further support candidates during their postgraduate research degree.
Guiding the development of the College of Business, both nationally and internationally, is an Industry Advisory Board of high-profile executives. The Board creates a strategic bridge between the latest in technology and design thinking and business.
Learning outcomes
The knowledge and skills you will acquire throughout this degree and how they can be applied in your career are described in the learning outcomes .
Electives and course plan
You will undertake the PhD program under the supervision of an appointed research supervisor.
The PhD program is structured to enable you to:
- Complete a compulsory research methods course
- Receive training in research integrity and ethics
- Select studies in qualitative and quantitative research techniques
- Complete a thesis/project which demonstrates your contribution to the field and your ability to communicate complex research for peers and the community to an international standard.
Research Integrity modules
You are required to complete the online modules:
- Research integrity
- Copyright and intellectual property
- Data management and copyright.
You may need to complete an ethics module to ensure your research is ethical and responsible.
Research Methods
The compulsory course Introduction to Research Methods introduces you to research methods commonly used in business disciplines. It helps you explore and discuss how to plan and scope a research project, frame appropriate research questions, write research proposals, and understand 'mixed methods’ approaches to conducting and documenting your research. It is taught in large discipline groups.
Research Techniques
Electives in qualitative or quantitative research techniques are available once data collection has begun. You can use your own data to explore different research analysis techniques. Your supervisor will help decide when you should take these electives.
Co-curricular activities
You are encouraged to participate in activities offered by the university, College and School according to your needs and interests.
This PhD may be undertaken in a project, thesis by publication or thesis mode. Prospective candidates should discuss these modes of submission with their potential supervisor/s prior to application.
Course structure
Choose a plan below to find out more about the subjects you will study and the course structure.
*The maximum duration of the PhD program is 4 years full-time and 8 years part-time. However, candidates are expected to complete their program within 3-4 years full-time equivalent and 6-8 years part-time equivalent.
*The maximum duration of the PhD program is 4 years full-time. However, candidates are expected to complete their program within 3-4 years full-time equivalent.
Note: International student visa holders can only study full-time.
Graduates will be able to pursue an academic career in a university or be employed in senior leadership and management positions in government, non-government organisations and corporations.
As a researcher, your mastery of the discipline evidenced through a substantial and rigorous research project and other contributions to your field of specific interest can make a real difference to society.
Minimum requirements for admission
Prerequisites, selection tasks.
The minimum requirements for admission to a PhD program are:
- a bachelor degree requiring at least four years of full-time study in a relevant discipline awarded with honours. The degree should include a research component comprised of a thesis, other research projects or research methodology courses that constitute at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent). The applicant must have achieved at least a distinction average in the final year; or
- a master degree that includes a research component comprised of at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent) with an overall distinction average or a master degree without a research component with at least a high distinction average; or
- evidence of appropriate academic qualifications and/or experience that satisfies the Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research Training and Development or nominee that the applicant has developed knowledge of the field of study or cognate field and the potential for research sufficient to undertake the proposed program.
At RMIT a grade of distinction represents academic achievement of 70% or higher and a high distinction is 80% or higher.
If you are a current master by research candidate, you are able to apply for a transfer to a doctor of philosophy program through the process prescribed in the RMIT Higher Degree by Research policy .
These entrance requirements are the minimum academic standard you must meet in order to be eligible to apply for the program. You will need to complete a selection task as part of your application.
A selection process will be conducted in conjunction with the School and supervisors you nominate.
For further information on the steps you need to take to apply for a research program see How to apply – Research programs .
English language requirements
Research proposal and supervisor.
You must attach a substantive research proposal that is 2 to 5 pages in length which articulates the intent, significance and originality of the proposed topic using the following headings:
a) title / topic b) research questions to be investigated in the context of existing research/literature in the area c) significance and impact of the research d) methodology / research tasks required to undertake the research e) particular needs (e.g. resources, facilities, fieldwork or equipment that are necessary for your proposed research program, if applicable).
Your application will not be considered if you have not discussed your research topic with a proposed senior and associate supervisor or joint senior supervisors. You must provide the names of the academic staff in the school you have applied to and with whom you have discussed your proposed research.
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Become world-ready, from wherever you are in the world, with a UTS PhD by distance mode.
If your research is based internationally but you want access to UTS's world-leading researchers and reputation, you've been required to complete a PhD for your career but you don't want to relocate, or you want to expand your global networks to create real-world research impact, the PhD by distance mode might be right for you.
A UTS PhD by distance mode empowers you to develop your future as a researcher in a global context —all without applying for a visa or subletting your apartment.
What you can expect
- full enrolment as a PhD student at UTS
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The study expectations of PhD by distance mode students are the same as on-campus students. This means that you will:
- need to meet the same admissions requirements , including English-language proficiency
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- complete any mandatory coursework
- go through the same candidature stage assessments as other PhDs from your faculty
- be subject to the same student rules that govern PhD study at UTS
- have the same expected timelines for your study as other PhD students
- be liable for the same course fees as other international students unless you are assessed as eligible for a tuition fee scholarship
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As a fully-enrolled UTS student, you’ll have access to a variety of forms of support for your research, your professional development as a researcher, and your own health and wellbeing, including:
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- online skills development workshops and training modules, including in areas like research writing, software training, and project management
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Find more information about the support available to you as a distance mode PhD student (PDF, 0.8MB). Please note that not all benefits available to on-campus students exist in digital form or translate to distance study.
Find out more: Distance mode is available for international students. Read all admissions requirements → There are scholarships that can help with fees. Find out more about the costs of a PhD by distance → Ready for the next steps? Explore the application process →
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A PhD is the highest degree awarded at global universities. PhD study is based on a substantial research project in an area of academic interest, typically up to 100,000 words in length, written as a thesis which must be defended in an oral examination at the end of the program. All PhD students are assigned a supervisor, and the duration of a PhD is typically three years full-time and six years part-time.
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Australian institutions are free to admit anyone to a PhD program, with admission generally conditional on the prospective student having completed an undergraduate degree with at least upper second-class honours, as well as a master's degree . English language ability proof is a must, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is generally required. There is usually a first-year assessment of the remaining study, and the thesis is submitted at the end of the completed program.
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A research proposal is required by all students when applying to study for a PhD. The proposal should address the research you wish to undertake, how you will do it, and why it is important. A panel of experts must accept the proposal before your program can begin.
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Funding and researching a PhD can be expensive. In Australia, candidates can expect to pay 40,000 AUD- 60,000 AUD. Dedicated scholarships can help support your PhD, and it is rare for a PhD student not to be supported by some form of bursary, grant or scholarship .
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Are you interested in pursuing a PhD in one of Australia’s premier Plant Science departments? Do you want to work in a world-class, culturally diverse, department alongside world-leading researchers and in a vibrant, liveable (non-congested) city? Then check out the Division of Plant Sciences at the ANU.
Our Science : We provide a broad range of outstanding research opportunities in plant biology at ANU and through collaborations with the broader Canberra scientific community (e.g. our CSIRO neighbours). The plant science community is highly interdisciplinary and contains many world leaders. Our research seeks to understand, across a range of scales, the fundamental biological processes that control plant growth, survival and reproduction, and to translate that knowledge in applied outcomes. The department has four interconnected areas of expertise; plant cell signaling and development; photosynthesis and energy; plant-microbe/pathogen interactions; ecophysiology and ecosystem function. Our science seeks to determine how plants function in managed and natural systems. Our expertise spans gene and protein regulation; signaling, metabolism and cell biology; organ, whole plant, forest and ecosystem biology and how to apply these discoveries in innovative Ag-biotech and environmental management applications.
Our staff , together with visiting global experts, provide students with opportunities to work in world renowned research teams and on cutting edge research projects that are directly or indirectly related to problems in Australian and global biotechnology, agriculture and natural ecosystems. Our PhD program enables students to establish contacts with researchers elsewhere in Australia, overseas and with industry – providing stimulating scientific opportunities within a leading research division. Annual graduate student events, conference travel awards, graduate training workshops and a seminar series enrich the student experience.
Our facilities: are modern and cutting edge . Plant sciences students enjoy the finest research facilities available in Australia. In addition to modern research laboratories, there are expansive state-of-the-art plant transformation, culture, and phenotyping facilities; extensive new glasshouse facilities; advanced microscopy, mass spectrometry and next-generation sequencing facilities and an inhouse computing support unit.
Our values : We pride ourselves on providing high-quality supervision and research training to our students. Our PhD students go on to highly productive careers in academia, industry and other professional activities outside of science. We value diversity and inclusivity and have active policies to prevent discrimination. Our faculty and their research teams comprise a thriving community of people from all over the globe and from all walks of life.
Our Location: The ANU is a research-intensive university situated in Canberra, Australia’s capital city. Canberra is a well-resourced regional city (population ~460,000), set amongst beautiful mountains and eucalypt forests. Bike riding and hiking are everyday activities, and we are a two-hour drive away from both winter snowfields and beautiful coastal beaches. Canberra’s birdlife is stunning and its inner city kangaroo population expansive. Despite its regional setting, Canberra is a vibrant, multicultural city and home to many National attractions and centres. There are frequent cultural evenings, festivals, art exhibits, music events, and world-class restaurant and coffee scenes.
If you are interested in doing a PhD : then check out the Prospective supervisors and research area list below. Once you identify a topic of interest, email the lead researcher (prospective supervisor) to find out more detail on what projects are available. In your email attach a copy of your CV, a copy of you academic transcripts (a downloaded “non-official” version is sufficient at this point) and include in the email a few sentences on what your research interests are and what you like about the research area of the prospective supervisor. Once you have organised a project and supervisor you will work with them to write a 1-2 page research project outline that you will need to submit with your application (see below for details on how to apply online). If you are an international student and have the possibility of applying for PhD funding from your home country or other source please ensure you include this information in the initial email to your potential supervisor.
Am I eligible to apply for a PhD? : Entry into the PhD program is open to applicants with a Bachelor degree that have also completed (or are in the process of nearly completing) an Honours or Masters research (as opposed to coursework) degree. The degree must comprise at least a half year, full time research component and a thesis (8,000-10,000+ words). Applicants with significant years of research experience and publications may be deemed eligible if their achievements can be justified as completing a body of independent research equivalent to that of an Honours/Masters research graduate. Ensure you tick the scholarship box in your PhD application to automatically be considered for a stipend scholarship. Stipend scholarships are highly competitive, especially for international students. Only students awarded a 1 st class thesis (or with H1 equivalent research experience) will be considered for an ANU PhD stipend scholarship. An initial evaluation of how competitive you are for a stipend scholarship can be made by sending a copy of your CV and transcript to the Plant Science HDR convenor Professor Spencer Whitney .
How do I apply for a PhD?
The application form is here , along with general information on how to apply and the details about the Doctor of Philosophy program . Applications are due by 15 th April (midyear round for both international and domestic student applications), 31 st August ( international student application round) or 31 st October (domestic student application round). If you have any questions or problems with your application send an email here .
Prospective supervisors and research area
- Atkin Group - Plant respiration in a changing world
- Borevitz Group - Plant genomics for climate adaption
- Byrt Group – Engineering plant membrane proteins and solute transport to increase yield security
- Farquhar Group – Coordination of CO2 fixation and transpiration in plants
- Furbank Group – Improving photosynthesis and crop yield
- Masle Group – Environmental sensing, systematic signalling and development
- Mathesius Group - Root microbe interactions - symbionts to parasites
- Millar Group - Plant RNA biology
- Nicotra Group - Plant physiological ecology, plant evolutionary biology, reproductive ecology
- Pogson Group - Chloroplast to nuclear signalling: light, drought and carotenoids
- Rathjen Group - Plant immunity
- Schwessinger Group - Plants, fungi, evolution
- Solomon Group - Wheat biosecurity
- Whitney Group - Synthetic Photosynthesis - bioengineering enzymes to adjust carbon fixation
- Williams Group - Plant structural immunology
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The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is the traditional doctoral qualification that is associated with a wide range of subjects in universities across the world. It offers an opportunity for research to be undertaken in depth and for the outcome to be assessed as a contribution to knowledge. Although it has a theoretical dimension, the research course can also enable managers to explore specialist areas of practical application.
AIB’s online Doctor of Philosophy is accredited within the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). It is an AQF Level 10 qualification. The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Course Details will give you more information about this course.
Course Structure
The online course consists of the following elements:
- Research Orientation
- Research proposal
- Ethics application (if applicable)
- Research thesis of 70,000 to 100,000 words.
See below for an example course structure. Throughout the candidature journey you will be presenting your research and research progress to AIB’s research community.
Supervisory Support
You will be accompanied and supported on your research journey by a supervisory panel including an expert Principal Supervisor who has the primary responsibility for managing the supervision process as well as Associate supervisor(s). Regular interaction and communication with the supervisors occurs during the research journey to provide appropriate academic support, monitor progress and performance, and ensure appropriate outcomes. Contact will also be encouraged with other research degree candidates through online discussion forums and interactive webinars among others.
Course duration
The course will normally be completed in 3 years (full-time) to 6 years (part-time). In extenuating circumstances, AIB may consider grounds for extension beyond 7 years. See Higher Degrees by Research Policy and Higher Degrees by Research Procedure for details.
What qualifications do I need to be accepted?
- A Master’s in Philosophy; OR
- A Master’s Degree (AQF Level 9) in Business and Commerce or related discipline area at Credit or higher-level Grade Point Average with an appropriate research component (minimum 40%); OR
- A Bachelor’s Degree (AQF Level 8) in Business and Commerce or related discipline area with minimum Second Class Honours or equivalent.
English language requirements must be met. For all admission requirements, please review the PhD Course Brief .
How much will it cost?
Please note, AIB is an approved FEE-HELP provider. Please see the Study Assist website to check eligibility for Commonwealth Fee-HELP Assistance. For current course fees for the PhD, please click here. AIB is a member of a Tuition Assurance Scheme for the protection of student fees.
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Ph.D scholarships in Australia for International students 2024-2025
Find Ph.D scholarships for international students to study in Australia 2024-2025.
Flinders, Community Bridging Services Inc. and Department for Health and Wellbeing Industry PhD Scholarship 2024
Change lives and change the world with impactful PhD research co-funded by Flinders University, Community Bridging Services Inc. and Department for Health and Wellbeing. The aim of this collaborative research project is to undertake an evaluation of the sector-leading Individual Placement and Sup
Published: 13 May 2024 Type: PhD Study in: Australia Value: $33,990 Deadline: 05 Jun 2024
Flinders University Overseas Travelling Fellowship 2024
The Overseas Travelling Fellowship is the most prestigious award offered by the University to higher degree research students. No more than two Travelling Fellowships will be awarded in any one year. The Overseas Travelling Fellowship has been established to enable full-time or part-time PhD s
Published: 22 Apr 2024 Type: PhD Study in: Australia Deadline: 30 Apr 2024
Flinders and Geotechnical Engineering Technology Consulting (GETC) Pty Ltd Industry PhD Scholarship 2024
Flinders and Geotechnical Engineering Technology Consulting (GETC) Pty Ltd Industry PhD Scholarship: The behaviour of solar farm pile foundations in reactive soils and implications for their design Change lives and change the world with impactful PhD research co-funded by Flinders and GETC
Published: 12 Apr 2024 Type: PhD Study in: Australia Deadline: 14 Apr 2024
Flinders University ARC Training Centre for Biofilm Research and Innovation PhD Scholarship 2024
This project will be in collaboration with the Defence Science and Technology Group and will focus on water quality factors and their influence on materials and biofilm formation in the marine environment. ARC Training Centre for Biofilm Research and Innovation – Delivering innovative biofi
Published: 18 Mar 2024 Type: PhD Study in: Australia Value: $38,982 Deadline: 31 Mar 2024
Flinders University PhD Scholarship – Social Policy - ARC Discovery Grant 2024
Outstanding candidates are sought for a three-year PhD scholarship for full-time research on an Australian Research Council (ARC) funded research project “Young People with Disability & Young Carers: Opportunities & Contributions". This ground-breaking project in social policy is
Published: 26 Feb 2024 Type: PhD Study in: Australia Deadline: 04 Mar 2024
Flinders University ARC Training Centre for Biofilm Research and Innovation and PhD Scholarship 2024
ARC Training Centre for Biofilm Research and Innovation – Delivering innovative biofilm solutions We are the leading Australian research and training centre tackling biofilm-related challenges. The ARC Training Centre for Biofilm Research and Innovation, led by Flinders University i
Published: 26 Jan 2024 Type: PhD Study in: Australia Value: $36,161 Deadline: 09 Jan 2024
University of New England Australia’s Women Cartoonists Scholarship 2024
Expressions of Interest are invited for a PhD project to be completed as part of the Australian Research Council (ARC) funded Discovery Grant ‘Cartoon Nation: Australian Editorial Cartooning – Past, Present, and Future’ The PhD project should be designed to explore aspects of th
Published: 23 Jan 2024 Type: PhD Study in: Australia Value: $32,192 Deadline: 18 Oct 2024
Flinders University PhD Scholarship 2024
We are seeking an outstanding PhD candidate to undertake a program of research within a broader NHMRC Ideas Grant entitled: Personalised daily body-clock tracking and circadian light therapy retiming to improve sleep, performance, health and safety. This exciting project is supported by a large
Published: 22 Jan 2024 Type: PhD Study in: Australia Value: $33,990 Deadline: 31 Jan 2024
University of New England DVCR Completion Awards for PhD Students 2024
DVCR Completion Awards are funded by the University of New England to encourage timely doctoral completions. DVCR Completion Award will only be awarded to those doctoral students who can clearly demonstrate their thesis will be submitted within the award period.
Published: 19 Jan 2024 Type: PhD Study in: Australia Value: $31,192.00 Deadline: 17 Nov 2024
Flinders University The SANFL Industry PhD Scholarship 2024
In partnership with Flinders University, SANFL are offering an industry PhD Scholarship to undertake innovative research into the sociocultural impact and legacy of AFL Gather Round on South Australian communities. SANFL are collaborating with Flinders University’s SHAPE Research Centre on
Published: 09 Jan 2024 Type: PhD Study in: Australia Value: $35,000 Deadline: 12 Jan 2024
UNSW Sydney AUFRANDE Advanced PhD Scholarship Program for Talented Researchers 2024
Application are open for AUFRANDE Advanced surface modified materials for Li-ion batteries. AUFRANDE is a PhD training program for talented researchers to kick-off their PhD journey both in France and Australia within one of our industry-supported research projects. We are looking for a
Published: 05 Jan 2024 Type: PhD Study in: Australia , France Deadline: 24 Jan 2024
UNSW Sydney Artificial Intelligence Fully-funded Scholarship for Sustainable Cities 2024
We are excited to announce immediate openings for TWO FULLY FUNDED PhD candidates to work on a cutting-edge project at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT). We welcome applications for candidates interested in commencing in Term 2 or Term 3 of 2023.
Published: 05 Jan 2024 Type: PhD Study in: Australia Deadline: 31 Jan 2024
Queensland University of Technology Faculty of Science PhD scholarship for Domestic or International Students 2024
The Faculty of Science is calling for applications from domestic and international students in the priority areas of Earth and atmospheric sciences, for commencement of course and scholarship in 2024. Three PhD scholarships are available.
Published: 15 Dec 2023 Type: PhD Study in: Australia Deadline: 31 Jan 2024
University of Newcastle Australia Judy Kennedy Research Scholarship in Mental Health
Judy Kennedy Research Scholarship in Mental Health is established for a student whose research aims to improve the care and outcomes for people with mental illness and their families. Judy Kennedy was an outstanding leader in health care in the Hunter region. Initially trained as a ment
Published: 08 Dec 2023 Type: PhD Study in: Australia Deadline: Not Specified
Flinders University Playford Trust / Defence Science and Technology Group PhD Scholarship 2024
In partnership with the Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG), the Playford Trust offers three PhD Scholarships. The scholarships are valued at $35,000 and are paid at the rate of $10,000 per annum for three-and-a-half years. DSTG is the Australian Government’s lead agency dedicated t
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Hydrogen-powered aircraft in development by Australian company AMSL Aero aims for net zero aviation
While the race to transform electric vehicles on land speeds up, it is a different story in the sky.
Battery technology is not yet able to power even the smallest aircraft beyond 200 kilometres, and in Australia, that is hardly worth the effort.
But an Australian aviation startup on a mission to decarbonise air travel is developing a battery that could power a small aircraft to travel 1,000 km using hydrogen, and it already has a customer.
AMSL Aero received the first commercial order for its Vertiia aircraft from Aviation Logistics, the company behind regional airline AirLink.
AirLink chief executive Matthew Kline said the purchase was key to meet industry plans to be net zero by 2050.
"Using hydrogen is a game-changer for us, we can get up to 1,000km flight distance and that's what we need for the work we do," he said.
The next decade of aviation policy will be outlined with the release of the federal government's Aviation White Paper later this year.
Last year's Green Paper indicated two areas of focus were net zero emissions and accessibility for regional and remote communities, both of which could be supported by aircraft known as Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) services.
Vertiia is the first Australian-made aircraft to apply for AAM-type certification through the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).
In a statement, CASA called it an exciting yet "daunting" task, considering Vertiia had features of both a helicopter and a fixed-wing aircraft.
"Nobody's done this in Australia ever and in that sense, it will be breaking new ground," said manager of aircraft certification, Klaus Schwerdtfeger.
Testing is already underway at an airstrip near Wellington, in central-west New South Wales, and if all regulatory approvals are met, operations could begin in 2027.
AirLink plans to initially rollout Vertiia for its freight and charter flight services, with a view of later introducing the hydrogen-powered aircraft for its scheduled service flying Dubbo, Walgett, Bourke and Lightning Ridge.
"At the moment, we fly out to Bourke and leave the aircraft out there all day before we fly back in the afternoon," Mr Kline said.
"But because the running costs are so much lower, we could bring that aircraft back and do other flights or run there and back a few times in a day."
Takes off like a helicopter, flies like a plane
As companies across the globe work to improve the fuel efficiency of existing planes, AMSL Aero co-founder Siobhan Lyndon said they chose instead to start from scratch.
"There are companies who are retrofitting fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters but this is a clean-sheet design," she said.
Co-founder and chief engineer Andrew Moore took inspiration from another Australian inventor while developing the Vertiia's box-wing design.
"It's an evolution of the box kite which Lawrence Hargrave invented, and it's one of the oldest, funnily enough," he said.
Lawrence Hargrave was an Australian aeronautical pioneer who experimented with theories of flight to construct different flying machine models in the late 19th century.
"We actually did lots of configuration studies and just happened to come to the same conclusion that Hargrave did, the box-wing works really well."
The Vertiia design uses eight motors pointed vertically for take-off and landing that rotate to a horizontal position when at cruising altitudes up to 10,000 feet, or 3,000 metres.
While other electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft (eVTOL) do exist, AMSL Aero hopes to be the first long-range eVTOL to market using hydrogen.
"Nearly all other eVTOL are focused on electric batteries which have a shorter range to serve the urban air mobility market like Manhattan, or that Silicon Valley-to-San Francisco route," Ms Lyndon said.
"Those aircraft will have a 160km range to start with, but we see hydrogen as a game changer for us to allow that longer range of 1,000km non-stop."
60 million drone flights annually by 2043
In October last year, researchers from Swinburne University of Technology completed the first flight of an uncrewed hydrogen fuel cell eVTOL drone in Australia.
By retrofitting existing drones with electric and hydrogen fuel cell systems, the Aerostructures Innovation Research (AIR) Hub team has been able to develop flight data for hydrogen-powered aircraft.
It is an area sorely lacking in data, according to AIR Hub director Adriano di Pietro.
"There is some work happening internationally, but it's usually locked up in a proprietary sense," Dr di Pietro said.
"The other reason we're doing this work is to really drive the use case and demand, to help Aussie companies actually justify doing first development for aviation systems."
AMSL Aero is also developing its own uncrewed aircraft after receiving a $3 million grant from the federal government's Cooperative Research Centre program to build a remotely piloted version of Vertiia to be used for aerial firefighting.
"Being remotely piloted, you might use it in ways that are too risky for a pilot today," Mr Moore said.
"It could potentially save people's lives on the ground by getting to those situations where there's a raging fire threatening people."
In March, Airservices Australia announced plans to develop a digital air traffic management system after an analysis projected the growth of drone and uncrewed aircraft would reach 60 million annual flights by 2043 .
"I think what is not talked about a lot is the fact that aviation underpins a lot of industry in Australia that most people aren't aware of," Dr di Pietro said.
"Most of the land area of Australia is serviced by aviation and certainly, there is a big government push at the moment to drive that forward."
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A Company Is Building a Giant Compressed-Air Battery in the Australian Outback
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The need for long-duration energy storage, which helps to fill the longest gaps when wind and solar are not producing enough electricity to meet demand, is as clear as ever. Several technologies could help to meet this need.
But which approaches could be viable on a commercial scale?
Toronto-based Hydrostor is one of the businesses developing long-duration energy storage that has moved beyond lab scale and is now focusing on building big things. The company makes systems that store energy underground in the form of compressed air, which can be released to produce electricity for eight hours or longer.
I spoke with Curtis VanWalleghem, Hydrostor’s CEO and cofounder, to get an update on how close he is to breaking ground on large plants in Australia and California and to learn how he makes the case for his company.
He emphasizes the simplicity of his product.
“It’s a very simple system that just uses a hole in rock [plus] air and water,” he said. “And then the equipment is all from the oil and gas industry, so you don’t need new manufacturing or anything.”
Some background on why long-duration storage matters: The grid of the near future will require a mix of energy storage resources to fill gaps when there are lulls in generation from wind and solar. Most lithium-ion battery systems run for a maximum of four hours. Energy system planners have said the grid will also need storage options that can run six, eight, and 12 hours, and some that last as long as a day or more.
The Department of Energy has identified the need for long-duration storage as an essential part of fully decarbonizing the electricity system, and in 2021 set a goal that research, development, and investment would help to reduce the costs of the technologies by 90 percent in a decade.
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A variety of companies and technologies are competing for a share of the market. This includes several types of long-duration batteries, and some resources that have been around for a while, such as pumped hydro storage at hydroelectric dams.
Hydrostor’s first large project to go online is likely going to be Silver City Energy Storage Centre in Australia, which will have the ability to discharge at 200 megawatts for up to eight hours. Construction should begin around the end of 2024 and the plant should be running by mid-2027, VanWalleghem said.
The next project would be Willow Rock Energy Storage Center, located near Rosamond in Kern County, California, with a capacity of 500 megawatts and the ability to run at that level for eight hours. Hydrostor is aiming to begin construction by late next year and have it running before 2030. But before that, the company needs to get a permit from the California Energy Commission, a process that has restarted after a brief pause.
Unlike some other long-duration storage companies, Hydrostor has proven its technology. The company has operated a small, 1.75-megawatt plant in Goderich, Ontario, since 2019, which can run for about six hours at a time. Compressed-air storage existed before Hydrostor—plants in Germany and Alabama have been around for decades and use variations on this approach.
Hydrostor’s system uses a supersize air compressor that ideally would run on renewable electricity. The system draws air from the environment, compressing it and moving it through a pipe into a cavern more than 1,000 feet underground. The process of compressing the air produces heat, and the system extracts heat from the air and stores it above ground for reuse. As the air goes underground, it displaces water from the cavern up a shaft into a reservoir.
When it’s time to discharge energy, the system releases water into the cavern, forcing the air to the surface. The air then mixes with heat that the plant stored when the air was compressing, and this hot, dense air passes through a turbine to make electricity.
The long-term viability of the technology will be closely tied to how its cost compares to other types of long-duration storage. The California plant has a projected cost of about $1.5 billion, which would make it competitive with pumped hydro and other available options. The users of the plant’s services would include Central Coast Community Energy, a nonprofit power provider based in Monterey.
VanWalleghem said there is room to push costs down as the company gains experience from these first few plants. The storage systems have a projected lifespan of about 50 years, which is an important data point when comparing it to battery systems, which have much shorter lives, he said.
Yiyi Zhou, an analyst for BloombergNEF, said Hydrostor is one of about 100 companies that focus, at least in part, on developing long-duration energy storage.
Hydrostor stands out, she said, because its technology is “relatively mature” and the company has also been one of the most successful in the space at raising money from investors.
BloombergNEF reported a global total of 1.4 gigawatts and 8.2 gigawatt-hours of long-duration energy storage as of last September, excluding pumped hydro. The average duration, which you can calculate by dividing gigawatt-hours by gigawatts, was 5.9 hours.
For perspective, the two Hydrostor projects being developed have a combined capacity of 0.9 gigawatts, more than half of the global total now online.
For this year and next, the long-duration storage technologies likely to see the fastest adoption are compressed-air storage and flow batteries, according to BloombergNEF. (I wrote an explainer on flow batteries in 2022.)
I find it challenging to get my arms around this part of the clean energy economy because of the large gap between what’s been developed and what’s in some stage of planning. There are many opportunities for projects to sputter and die along the way.
With this in mind, I’ll be watching to see whether Hydrostor is able to begin construction on schedule in Australia and whether it can navigate the regulatory approval process for the plant in California.
The California project has gone through some big changes. At one point, Hydrostor had two proposals in the state, but dropped one because of challenges in the permitting process, including some issues with building in a location overseen by the California Coastal Commission. The remaining project, Willow Rock, has also gone through changes to the design and the location in response to feedback from the local community and from regulators.
The California Energy Commission paused its review of Willow Rock last fall to give Hydrostor time to provide details on its updated plan. The review process began again in March and could be complete as soon as this time next year.
One of the factors to keep in mind is that California’s state government and the California Energy Commission have made clear that they want to build long-duration energy storage. The state has estimated that it will need 4 gigawatts of long-term energy storage capacity to be able to meet the goal of 100 percent clean electricity by 2045.
Hydrostor and state officials want to see this project get up and running. If that happens, it could provide a showpiece to make the case for building many others.
“We’re just looking forward to the growth, just getting these projects constructed and then start doing more, five, 10 projects at a time,” VanWalleghem said.
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