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If you’re an outstanding graduate and aspiring researcher, you may be eligible to apply for a scholarship in one of our scholarship rounds.
Funding your research degree
If you’re an outstanding graduate and aspiring researcher, you may be eligible to apply for a scholarship in one of our scholarship rounds.
Highlights
- Make an original and substantial contribution to knowledge in a specific field or learning.
- Enhance your professional practice by focusing on your professional development.
- Be supported by accredited supervisors, many of whom are world-renowned academics.
- Complete a research proposal, develop a full course of study and present the research findings after completion of the thesis.
- Competitive scholarships available.
- Study full-time as either an internal or external student.
Highlights
- Make an original and substantial contribution to knowledge in a specific field or learning.
- Enhance your professional practice by focusing on your professional development.
- Be supported by accredited
- supervisors, many of whom are world-renowned academics.
- Complete a research proposal, develop a full course of study and present the research findings after completion of the thesis.
- Competitive scholarships available.
- Study full-time as either an internal or external student.
Explore this course
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) offers the opportunity to work with an experienced supervisory research team to make a significant and original contribution to disciplinary knowledge.
We adopt a project management approach, with higher degree research (HDR) candidates working closely with their supervisory team to meet collegially reviewed milestones. A PhD candidate’s research must reveal high critical ability and may be demonstrated in the form of new knowledge or significant and original adaptation, application and interpretation of existing knowledge. During candidature, the supervisor and other key stakeholders will provide advice and direction to the candidate to encourage their participation in a range of scholarly activities, including research seminars, workshops, teaching and publication. The length of the thesis varies according to the topic, but should normally be no longer than 100,000 words, excluding bibliography.
Possible careers
- Academic
- Artist
- Designer
- Educational researcher
- Educator
- Media Researcher
Course design
Mandatory
- IFN001 Advanced Information Retrieval Skills
- Time based Thesis
Other units as agreed by student in negotiation with their supervisor and faculty.
Course design
Mandatory
- IFN001 Advanced Information Retrieval Skills
- Time based Thesis
Other units as agreed by student in negotiation with their supervisor and faculty.
- Course code
- IF49
- CRICOS code
- 006367J
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- Kelvin Grove
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- Kelvin Grove
- 3 - 4 years full-time
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The part-time study option may be subject to QUT approval.
- 4 years full-time
- The CRICOS registered course duration is four years however the course may be completed full-time in three to four years.
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The part-time study option may be subject to QUT approval.
- Start any time
- Start any time
Academic entry requirements
You must have either:
- a completed recognised relevant honours degree (first class or second class Division A) or equivalent
- a completed recognised masters degree or professional doctorate (by research or coursework)
Admission to the Doctor of Philosophy depends on an applicant’s demonstrated research aptitude and the availability of supervision, infrastructure and resources needed for the proposed research project.
For more information on eligibility, read the admission criteria for the Doctor of Philosophy (PDF file, 352.6 KB).
Once you've started your PhD, you'll need to complete your Stage 2 milestone to be fully admitted to your course. You'll usually complete this milestone within the first three months of study.
Masters and professional doctorate degrees by coursework must have a significant research component, normally not less than 25%. Holders of masters and professional doctorate by coursework must:
- have a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 5.0 on QUT's 7 point scale; and
- present evidence of research experience and potential for approval
Minimum academic requirements
Academic entry requirements
You must have either:
- a completed recognised relevant honours degree or equivalent
- a completed recognised masters degree or professional doctorate (by research or coursework)
Masters and professional doctorate degrees by coursework must have a significant research component, normally not less than 25%. Holders of masters and professional doctorate by coursework must:
- have a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 5.0 on QUT's 7 point scale; and
- present evidence of research experience and potential for approval
Admission to the Doctor of Philosophy depends on an applicant’s demonstrated research aptitude and the availability of supervision, infrastructure and resources needed for the proposed research project.
Once you've started your PhD, you'll need to complete your Stage 2 milestone to be fully admitted to your course. You'll usually complete this milestone within the first three months of study.
For more information on eligibility, read the admission criteria for the Doctor of Philosophy (PDF file, 352.6 KB).
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, South Africa, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PTE Academic/PTE Academic Online | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| IELTS Academic / IELTS Online | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| TOEFL iBT / Home / Paper | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2023 fees
2023: To Be Announced
2023 fees
2023: To Be Announced
If you're an Australian citizen or permanent visa holder, or a New Zealand citizen, your tuition fees are normally covered by the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset (Domestic), as long as you complete your degree within the program's set timeframes. You'll have to pay tuition fees if you exceed the time limits under the RTP.
FEE-HELP: loans to help you pay your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a FEE-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
Exploring the role of industrial design expertise in multinational corporates (PhD scholarship)
An opportunity to complete a PhD on industrial design, design thinking and creativity and design expertise at the BMW Group + QUT Design Academy.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
The Puttick Scholarship for Virtual Production and Immersive Media
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
The evolution of disability arts in Australia: practices, legacies, and cultural heritage (PhD Scholarship)
A scholarship for future PhD students interested in researching in the areas of Australian disability arts practice underrepresented in the literature.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
Advances in human-machine vehicle interfaces utilising emerging technologies (PhD scholarship)
A scholarship for a PhD student to work with a team of leading researchers and designers within the BMW Group + QUT Design Academy.
- Scholarship eligibility
Designing interactive art experiences (PhD scholarship)
A scholarship for future research students interested in studying the intersection of design and aged care.
- Scholarship eligibility
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