Study Doctor of Philosophy - Science at The University of Melbourne in Australia, Faculty of Science

About this course

About this course
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Join one of our world-renowned research groups, work with state-of-the-art equipment, and soak up all the professional development opportunities and international connections that come with studying at Australia's leading university.With many research disciplines to choose from (Ecosystem Sciences, BioSciences, Chemistry, Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics and Physics), and more than 500 academic researchers to work with, you’re sure to find a team and a PhD project that will suit you.In addition to our own leading PhD program, we also offer several joint PhD opportunities, where you can conduct your research at both the University of Melbourne and a top research institution overseas.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Science

CRICOS

056958E

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

A$54,976.00 (US$ 36,230) per year

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

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Parkville Campus

Grattan Street,

Parkville,

Victoria,

3010, Melbourne, Australia

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

A$54,976.00 (US$ 36,230) per year

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

Start date

December 2026

Venue

Parkville Campus

Grattan Street,

Parkville,

Victoria,

3010, Melbourne, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

To be considered for entry, you must have completed: A 4-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline, including a substantial research component (equivalent to at least 25 per cent of 1 year of full-time study), with a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 75 per cent in your final year subjects or equivalent, or
A masters degree in a relevant discipline, including a substantial research component (equivalent to at least 25 per cent of 1 year of full-time study), with a WAM of at least 75 per cent or equivalent, or
a qualification and professional experience considered to be equivalent; English language requirements:

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