15 PhD programmes in Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences in Australia

Doctor of Sustainable Development
Based on the UN Sustainable Development Goals, this innovative Doctor of Sustainable Development programme from Curtin University is among the first of its kind.

Doctor of Philosophy - Applied Geology
As a student of this Doctor of Philosophy - Applied Geology programme at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Doctor of Philosophy - Exploration Geophysics
As a doctoral research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Exploration Geophysics candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Geography and Sustainable Communities
The Doctor of Philosophy in Geography and Sustainable Communities at the University of Wollongong is an advanced postgraduate research degree that develops research skills and provides high achieving candidates with the opportunity to conduct in-depth research in their chosen field of research.

Doctor of Philosophy - Spatial Sciences
As a doctoral research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Spatial Sciences candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Doctor of Philosophy - Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities
Complete your Doctor of Philosophy - Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities programme from Victoria University in a research institute dedicated to improving our cities and communities through scientific, technological, creative and social innovation.

Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) - Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities
Receive intensive research training to prepare for doctoral study. The Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) - Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities programme from Victoria University offers an alternative path to a PhD in a broad range of disciplines.
Environmental Sciences
Undertake a PhD in Environmental Sciences at Flinders University. Immerse yourself in nature past, present or future.
Doctor of Philosophy (Hosted by Faculty of Science)
Candidates from Doctor of Philosophy (Hosted by Faculty of Science) program at Queensland University of Technology work closely with their supervisory team to meet collegially reviewed milestones leading to timely submission of a thesis for examination.
Built Environment (Practice-based)
The Built Environment (Practice-based) at the University of New South Wales is aimed at practitioners operating within or across the broad range of disciplines represented in the faculty, from architecture and design to planning and construction.
Earth Sciences
Exceptional Earth Sciences research degrees at Australian National University. The Australian National University provides PhD candidates with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support.
Environmental Science
Explore various theories surrounding political, social and contemporary issues in Environmental Science through academically-supervised research at Deakin University.
Environment and Society
We offer exceptional research Environment and Society degrees at Australian National University. The Australian National University provides PhD candidates with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support.
Sustainable Development
The Sustainable Development Institute (MSDI) at Monash University is a world leader in sustainable development, bringing together experts from multiple fields of endeavour in world-leading interdisciplinary programs and centres of excellence.
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Designed for high performing university graduates, the Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies program from James Cook University is a postgraduate research degree with a supervised project of original research at its core. Develop high level independent research skills while making an original contribution of knowledge to a specific discipline or area of practice.