Doctor of Philosophy
PhD candidates are required to make a significant and original contribution to a discipline or profession by submitting one of the following, each equivalent to 70,000 – 100,000 words:
- a written research thesis; or
- a written research thesis including associated papers; or
- an artefact, such as a creative work or design product, with an accompanying exegesis (critical explanation).
The candidate is expected to conduct independent research of high originality and quality; independently conceive of, design, conduct and complete a research project; develop a critical knowledge and understanding of the research area and methodological approaches; and communicate convincingly with relevant audiences.
- Teacher Training and Education Science
- Social and Behavioural Science
- Business and Administration
- Biology and Biochemistry
- Environmental Science
- Physical Science (Broad Programmes)
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Computer Science
- Computer Use
- Engineering and Engineering Trades (Broad Programes)
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 60
Application Process
More info required
10 Days
GTE/Possible interview call
10 Days
Unconditional offer
10 Days
Visa process
30 Days
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
- Researcher,
- Research Analysis
- CEO
- Academic advisor
- Lecturer
PSW Opportunity
- 1 Year PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Admission requirement
A candidate must have completed at least four years (or equivalent) of tertiary education in a relevant discipline at a high level of achievement and must have been approved for the award of the degree(s) in that discipline.
A high level of achievement is defined as the equivalent of a four year Swinburne Honours degree that includes a significant research component in the fourth year, leading to an Honours degree class 1n (average grade between 80-100) or Class 2Ab (average grade between 70-79) level.
Four years of tertiary studies can be demonstrated by the completion of any of the combinations of qualification below, at the required standard of achievement:
- a four year degree; or
- a three year degree and a Masters by
- Research; or
- a three year degree and an Honours year; or
- a three year degree and a Masters by Coursework that includes a research component with a duration of at least one semester full time (or part time equivalent)
English requirement
Applicants must produce evidence of adequate language capability in written and spoken English through one of the following:
- obtain a minimum IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0 or a TOEFL equivalent no longer than 24 months before submitting your application
- satisfactorily complete the Swinburne College English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced level certificate at the postgraduate level (EAP 5: PG-70%)
- successfully complete a total of 24 months (full time equivalent) of formal study where the language of instruction and assessment was English at AQF level 7 or above (or equivalent) at an approved university no longer than 60 months before submitting your application.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Doctoral Degree/PhD
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
144000 MYR
Average Cost of Living: 21000 MYR /year
Application Fee: N/A
This Institution is not directly represented by us and applications / visa support (to them) attract a nominal charge