Study PhD - Doctor of Philosophy (Surveying) at The University of Newcastle in Australia, College of Engineering, Science and Environment

PhD - Doctor of Philosophy (Surveying)

Australia

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What will I learn?

The School of Engineering is a strong research intensive school with expertise in a wide range of disciplines. Our research focus ensures that students are exposed to cutting edge, world-class thinking and are taught by staff that are at the forefront of developments in their chosen field. Many of our staff are internationally recognised for their contributions to Science and Engineering, and play an active role in the development of their research areas by taking on leadership roles in the promotion of information exchange as editors of some of the most prestigious academic journals, organisers of conferences and membership of international standards organisations. The School is closely linked with industry through scholarships, collaborative research, professional consulting and involvement with national and international professional bodies. A number of truly pioneering inventions have been developed within the School, which have been patented and commercialised. The School of Engineering is proud to be recognised as one of the top Engineering Schools in Australia, and is keen to continue and enhance its enviable research track record for the benefit of all of its stakeholders including our students, industry and the community.

Which department am I in?

College of Engineering, Science and Environment

CRICOS

045935C

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
A$48,890.00 (US$ 32,219) per year
Accommodation- Barahineban- Studio - Single Occupancy- 338.81(Standard Stay)

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

Start date

December 2026

Venue

Callaghan Campus

University Drive,

CALLAGHAN,

New South Wales,

2308, NEWCASTLE, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

An applicant for admission to candidature for a Doctoral Degree (Research) shall:

i) have satisfied all of the requirements for admission to the degree of Bachelor with Honours Class 1 or Honours Class II, Division 1 or any other degree approved for this purpose by the Assistant Dean (Research Training); or

ii) have satisfied all of the requirements for admission to the degree of Bachelor in the University or any other degree approved for this purpose by the Assistant Dean (Research Training), and have achieved by subsequent work and study a standard recognized by the Assistant Dean (Research Training) as equivalent to at least Honours Class II, Division 1; or

iii) in exceptional cases submit evidence of possessing such other academic or professional qualifications and/or experience as may be approved by the Assistant Dean (Research Training) on the recommendation of the relevant School; or

iv) in the disciplines of education, medical physics, nursing, social work, social sciences and surgery have completed a minimum standard of professional experience as required by the Assistant Dean (Research Training) on the recommendation of the School; An Australian honours degree with Class 1 or Class 2 division 1. For international students, a four-year bachelors degree including a significant research training component attained at a high standard, is commonly considered equivalent to an Australian honours degree.

TOEFL paper-based test score of 550; TOEFL internet based score of 79;

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

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