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The University of Melbourne

Doctor of Philosophy - Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences


Course Details

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences) at the University of Melbourne marks a students admission to the community of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences scholars. It signifies that the holder has undertaken a substantial piece of original research which has been conducted and reported by the holder via thesis. The submission must be a careful, rigorous and sustained piece of work demonstrating that a research apprenticeship is complete. The PhD will demonstrate authority in the candidates field and shows evidence of command of knowledge in relevant fields. The thesis must make a distinct contribution to knowledge and is judged on originality of approach and in some cases, the discovery of new facts.

Qualification: Doctor Degree (By Research)

Course structure: A thesis of between 80,000 and 100,000 words completed in a maximum of four years full-time or part-time equivalent.

CRICOS Code: 006670B

Start date: Flexible

Address

Parkville

Grattan Street

Parkville, Victoria, 3010

Attendance options

  • Full-time - 4 years

Total tuition costs

AUD $259,897

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.