Overview

The PhD in Science at Monash University is committed to providing graduate research education of the highest quality in a stimulating, supportive and professional environment.

By undertaking a PhD in Science, you will become a member of a dynamic community of scholars committed to innovation and discovery and contribute to the advancement of knowledge within your area of expertise. Monash Science PhD graduates are highly employable, with many pursuing careers in academia and industry around the world.

Key facts

You will also undertake a series of professional development activities or coursework units that equip you with the skills needed to make an impact in academia, industry, government or the wider community.

Your study will result in a research thesis or alternative approved output, which makes a valuable contribution to the current body of knowledge on your chosen topic.

Programme Structure

Principal areas of research:

Biological sciences

Chemistry

Earth sciences

Atmospheric sciences

Environmental sciences

Mathematical sciences

Astronomical sciences

Physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Start date

Throughout the year

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Clayton, Australia
Subang Jaya, Malaysia

Disciplines

Natural Sciences View 17 other PhDs in Natural Sciences in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Course Code: 003925G

All applicants must be able to demonstrate a capacity to carry out independent research and have adequate training and ability to pursue the proposed course of study.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

57000 AUD / year

≈ 57000 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students:

Under the RTP, domestic students are awarded an RTP Fees Offset which covers the cost of course tuition fees.

Funding

This programme is taught in different countries. Which country are you interested in?

Country 1

Australia
Malaysia

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Science.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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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

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Additional Details

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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