Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) 36 months PHD Programme By The University of Sydney |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

58,400 AUDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Engineering - GeneralMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Engineering - General

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program involves preparing a thesis that makes a substantial, original contribution. The Faculty of Engineering focuses on research in key areas: complex systems, data science, energy, environment, food supply, healthcare, infrastructure, IoT, and robotics.

Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) is for students with a strong research background, holding either a bachelor's with first-class honours, a research-focused master’s, or an equivalent qualification. PhD students can gain expertise in their field and pursue careers in academia, research, or industry leadership.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Engineering - General

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program involves preparing a thesis that makes a substantial, original contribution. The Faculty of Engineering focuses on research in key areas: complex systems, data science, energy, environment, food supply, healthcare, infrastructure, IoT, and robotics.

Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) is for students with a strong research background, holding either a bachelor's with first-class honours, a research-focused master’s, or an equivalent qualification. PhD students can gain expertise in their field and pursue careers in academia, research, or industry leadership.

Admission Requirements

64+
85+
6.5+


Admission criteria You must have completed the equivalent of one of the following in an area related to your proposed research:

  • bachelor's degree with first class honours (or equivalent), 
  • master's degree by research, 
  • master's degree by coursework with an independent research component such as a thesis, dissertation or research project with a minimum overall distinction average. 
  • an equivalent qualification that demonstrates research experience, excellence and capability.

Applicants who do not meet these admission requirements may be issued an offer of a place in the Master of Philosophy (Engineering).


Transfer from Master of Philosophy (Engineering)

Outstanding candidates who successfully complete up to one year full-time or equivalent part-time of the University of Sydney's Master of Philosophy (Engineering) may apply for transfer into the Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) and receive credit for work completed:

  • with approval from the Supervisor and School,
  • meeting all Higher Degree by Research progression requirements,
  • providing evidence that their research is of a sufficient scope and depth to sustain a doctoral thesis.

3 Years
Aug
Feb

Tuition fees

International
58,400 AUD

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