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The Doctor of Philosophy - Arts - also known as a PhD or Doctorate - is the highest Arts degree offered by the University of Melbourne. By writing a sustained thesis (80,000-100,000 words) of independent research which examines a specific problem, issue or topic, you will make a significant and original contribution to an existing area of knowledge in your field of study.

Qualification: Doctor Degree (By Research)

Course structure: 3 to 4 years full-time / 6 to 8 years part-time. The award of the Doctor of Philosophy Arts is based solely on external examination of the PhD research thesis. PhD thesis of 80,000 words. Four subjects (25 points in total) undertaken in the first year of probationary candidature: All students are required to complete the Arts PhD Research Intensive (6.25 points total), one PhD Research Workshop from the list below (6.25 points total), and two PhD Electives (12.5 points total) from the list below with the approval of the students supervisor.

CRICOS Code: 056954J

Start date: February

Address

Parkville

Grattan Street

Parkville, Victoria, 3010

Attendance options

  • Full-time - 4 years

Total tuition costs

AUD $155,491

ENTRY CRITERIA*

TOEFL: 94


* Note that TOEFL and IELTS scores are indicative of overall requirements in either test. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the educator for a more detailed breakdown of requirements. Note also that where TOEFL and IELTS scores are published applicants will typically require one or the other.