Overview

Undertake a Computing, Information Technology or Mathematical Sciences research-based higher degree at Flinders University, and you’ll have the opportunity to explore some of the biggest unanswered questions of our time.

PhD opportunities

With the guidance of an expert supervisor, take the opportunity to leverage Flinders’ extensive industry connections and plug into our $120 million hub of innovation and entrepreneurship at Tonsley.

Your career

A PhD in Computer Science, Information Technology or Mathematical Sciences will position you as an expert in your area of specialisation. A PhD is a stepping stone to professional research or as a highly sought-after expert in the private or public sector in Australia or internationally. This prestigious degree will equip you with valuable skills in communications, time management and organisation transferrable to any role.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Computer Science

Information Technology

Cybersecurity

Digital Health

Mathematics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2028-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-28 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Adelaide, Australia

Disciplines

Mathematics Information Technology (IT) View 12 other PhDs in Information Technology (IT) in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

First Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

An Australian Honours degree Class 1 or 2A or equivalent qualification (at least AQF Level 8) such as a postgraduate qualification which includes a research component of at least 6 months’ full-time study in which you achieved at least Distinction grade (75%).

Evidence of equivalent research experience may be considered, such as a substantial first-author refereed publication or track record as an investigator on a competitive grant.

CRICOS code: 106272F

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

42700 AUD / year

≈ 42700 AUD / year

Living costs

Adelaide

Australia

1328 - 2474 AUD / month

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Overview

PhD opportunities

Your career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Adelaide

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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