About Doctor Of Philosophy in Federation University Australia
This Doctor of Philosophy program sees candidates working with a Principal Supervisor, appointed by the Research Higher Degrees Sub Committee, with the approval of the School.
A minimum of three years and a maximum of four years (full-time equivalent), this degree is awarded on the basis of an eternally examined thesis of approximately 100,000 words.
Career opportunities
A PhD is a transferrable qualification that has application (depending on the nature of the research) to government, industry, commerce and independent research centre employment.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Completion of an Australian bachelor degree or equivalent degree with specified minimum grades (or marks) in relevant subjects.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS: Overall 6.0 - 7.0 (no band less than 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT : 60 - 106 with minimums: Reading 19, Listening 20, Speaking 20, Writing 24
- PTE: Overall 50 - 73 (no band less than 58)
Federation University Australia Highlights
Type |
Public |
Campus setting |
Urban |
Application portal |
Online |
Academic calendar |
Semester-based |
Intake Session |
Summer/winter |
Application fees |
25 AUD |
Financial aid |
Grants, scholarships, loans |
English language proficiency score |
TOEFL or equivalent |
Federation University Average Tution Fees and Other Expenses
It is advised that applicants who intend to enrol at the institution set aside an expected budget for foreign students who wish to study in Australia. The typical college expenses are as follows:
The table below lists the fees that international students must pay for the 2020 academic year:
Fees |
Undergraduate (AUD) |
Tuition |
14,400 – 34,600 |
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) |
752 |
Living cost (accommodation, food, transport, clothing, and entertainment |
20,290 |
Total |
35,442 – 55,642 |