Study Doctor of Philosophy (Environmental Science) at Federation University Australia in Australia,

Doctor of Philosophy (Environmental Science)

Australia

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What will I learn?

This Doctor of Philosophy program sees candidates working with a Principal Supervisor, appointed by the Research Higher Degrees Sub Committee, with the approval of the School.A minimum of three years and a maximum of four years (full-time equivalent), this degree is awarded on the basis of an externally examined thesis of approximately 100,000 words.Intending students should first familiarise themselves with staff supervision, then contact the staff in the relevant area to informally discuss research ideas. Staff will then advise on proceedings regarding formal applications for the course and scholarships.

CRICOS

023232E

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
A$29,500.00 (US$ 19,441) per year
Accommodation - Weekly rate starting from 273

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

08/11/2026

Start date

December 2026

Venue

Gippsland Campus (Churchill)

Northways Road,

Churchill,

Victoria,

3842, Central Gippsland, Australia

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
A$29,500.00 (US$ 19,441) per year
Accommodation - Weekly rate starting from 273

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

08/11/2026

Start date

December 2026

Venue

Mt Helen Campus

University Drive, Mt Helen Ballarat,

Mt Helen,

Victoria,

3350, Ballarat, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

To qualify for admission as a candidate to a Higher Degree by Research course, applicants must: possess a degree that is the equivalent to an AQF Bachelor degree with Honours with first class or second class, first division, for entry to a PhD or at least third class honours for entry to a Masters by Research, or possess a Masters degree with a relevant research component that is equivalent to a Masters degree from Federation University and an equivalent result as outlined above, or submit other evidence of relevant qualifications and experience, or research experience, to confirm that the applicant possesses a level of relevant research experience and capacity equivalent to an award in either point above, and atisfy such additional requirements for admission to a PhD candidature, if any, as may be prescribed by the Graduate Research School Board.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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