Eligibility

To undertake a Higher Degree by Research, you must meet the eligibility criteria for your chosen program. These requirements help ensure you have the knowledge, skills and experience needed to succeed in a research-intensive degree.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

To be eligible for admission to a PhD, you will need one of the following:

• A Bachelor Honours degree with First Class Honours or Second Class Honours, Division I (or an equivalent qualification), or
• A Bachelor degree plus additional study, research training, or professional experience that demonstrates a level of achievement equivalent to at least Second Class Honours, Division I, or
• Other academic or professional qualifications and/or significant relevant experience that can be demonstrated as equivalent.

For international applicants, a four-year Bachelor degree with a substantial research component completed at a high standard from a recognised institution may be considered equivalent to an Australian Honours degree.

Master of Philosophy (MPhil)

To be eligible for admission to a MPhil, you will need one of the following:

• A Bachelor degree from a recognised institution, or
• Other academic or professional qualifications and/or relevant experience that can be demonstrated as suitable preparation for research study.

English Language Requirements

All applicants must meet the University’s English language proficiency requirements. For details, please refer to the English Language Proficiency Policy and Procedure.

Not sure if you are eligible?

We recognise that prospective applicants come from a wide range of educational and professional backgrounds. If you're unsure whether you meet the admission requirements for a Higher Degree by Research, we encourage you to discuss your eligibility with your prospective supervisory team and School. Their endorsement of your qualifications and experience is an important part of the application assessment process.

While eligibility can only be confirmed through the assessment of a formal application, Graduate Research can provide general guidance based on your circumstances.

Degree Principles and Structure