Overview

The Cybernetics program at Australian National University is cohort-based, and team taught and supported. A PhD in the School of Cybernetics provides an opportunity for students to develop cybernetic research and practice through an engaged and innovative approach.

Learning Outcomes

generate original knowledge and understanding to make a substantial contribution to key concepts, theory and praxis in cybernetics in Australia and globally

critically analyse, synthesise and evaluate complex information in a specific area of the discipline relevant to their research

formulate a research plan and undertake independent research to address specific research questions and/or objectives that make a substantial contribution to knowledge

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The Doctor of Philosophy requires the submission and successful examination of a thesis of up to 100,000 words on an approved topic. If approved the thesis may take an alternative form, such as a performance, experimental prototype and/or corpus of creative work.
Completion of a standard program for a Doctor of Philosophy requires a minimum of 96 units and a maximum of 192 units of enrolment in the research component

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

192 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canberra, Australia

Disciplines

Cyber Security

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Have completed the ANU Master of Applied Cybernetics with a minimum GPA of 6.0.

Have the written approval of an identified supervisor for the research project/thesis.

Exemptions for students who have a Bachelor's degree and professional qualifications, work experience and/or published research that may be deemed equivalent to the ANU Master of Applied Cybernetics with a minimum GPA of 6.0 will only be considered on the advice of the Director of the School of Cybernetics, should it align closely to ANU and School of Cybernetics strategic priorities.

A research proposal outlining your intended research, (applicants should seek guidance from the program convener regarding length and content);

Original evidence of all relevant academic qualifications including transcripts and graduation documentation (with English translation as appropriate);

An up-to-date CV

CRICOS CODE: 113800F

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Tuition Fees

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56120 AUD / year

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Living costs

Canberra

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1425 - 2504 AUD / month

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Overview

Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Canberra

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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