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UWA's admission requirements for some postgraduate courses have changed for Semester 2, 2020 to facilitate student access to study during the COVID-19 situation. In many cases, these changes may not be extended beyond 2020. Contact Future Students for more information.The PhD is a program of independent, supervised research that is assessed solely on the basis of a thesis that is examined externally. A PhD thesis must be a substantial and original contribution to scholarship, demonstrating mastery of the subject of interest as well as an advance in that field of knowledge.

The Doctor of Biotechnology program is designed to train scientists in the application of principles of management, to develop an understanding of management issues for research enterprises and technology ventures and the integration of specialist training in the area of biotechnology and research. Students in the doctorate will undertake courses at an advanced level in areas such as regulatory and legal issues, innovation, and biotechnology venture management. In addition, a large self-directed study component and a thesis component is included to explore and develop academic areas of interest. Students who commenced the Doctor of Biotechnology prior to 2014 should refer to the previous DBiotech program and course list.

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the Faculty of Science will allow you to pursue research from the many fields in which the faculty has expertise. Candidates will complete the degree in three to four years during which time they will undertake research culminating in the submission of an 80,000 word thesis.From 2021, Higher Degree by Research students will be required to complete some coursework as part of their candidature. Students will have access to a range of specialist units of study relevant for research students.PhD candidates in the Faculty of Science may undertake research in the following areas:Discover how to apply and find your potential research project and supervisor.Learn more about research areas in science.

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program involves preparing a thesis that will make a substantial and original contribution to the specific subject area.From 2021, Higher Degree by Research students will be required to complete some coursework as part of their candidature. Students will have access to a range of specialist units of study relevant for research students.The Faculty of Engineering focuses on multidisciplinary research centered on various key themes:This degree is awarded if your thesis is considered to be a substantial and original contribution to the subject concerned.

Candidates for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) research and write a thesis on an approved topic under the supervision of a member of our academic staff.The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at Sydney is consistently ranked as one of the world's most outstanding academies for research in the humanities and social sciences. The degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is offered in disciplines ranging across the visual arts and art history, archaeology and classics, diverse languages and their cultures, economics, English language and literature, ancient, medieval and modern history, philosophy, the global political economy and international governance, sociology and cultural studies, media and communications, education and social work.Please note: This course is for applicants seeking to commence their PhD in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences in 2020.

Study to become a registered veterinary practitioner with the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). This degree will turn you into a career-ready vet with the skills to work in managing animal health and disease in Australia and around the world. This four-year graduate entry course is open to applicants with a completed Bachelor's degree who want to study to become registered veterinary practitioners. The University of Sydney is the nation’s premier place to receive training in veterinary science. We ranked first in Australia and 12th in the world for veterinary science in the 2020 QS World University Rankings by Subject and have been given a maximum score of 5 in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) federal government scheme for the veterinary sciences field of research. And, our courses are internationally accredited, so you can work as a vet around the world. In the DVM, teaching is research-driven to ensure you will learn from the latest developments and advances in evidence-based practice, veterinary science research, animal behaviour and welfare science and veterinary public health. You will benefit from a fully integrated learning curriculum with clinical exposure, clinical skills training and animal handling commencing in the first semester and throughout the course. Your studies will take place in the One Health framework, ensuring you understand the linkages between veterinary health, human medicine and the environment at local, national and global levels. The program culminates in a capstone experience year where you will get hands-on experience as an intern in veterinary clinics of all varieties and in a wide range of locations, including rotations in the University teaching hospitals at Sydney and Camden. You should be aware that the DVM has semester dates that are different to the standard University calendar. If your application is successful, you must be prepared to start classes during mid-February. Years 1 and 2 of the course are primarily held at the Camperdown campus, but students must travel to our Camden campus for classes on a regular basis throughout the course. Camden is the location of all large animal teaching facilities, and animal handling training commences during the first semester. Please note that places in this course are limited and subject to strict enrolment quotas. Both CSP and fee-paying places are available for domestic applicants.You can also read the frequently asked questions. Ancillary costs associated with the DVMStudents will be provided with an enrolment pack when commencing the DVM including a breakdown of associated costs which will be incurred over the course of the four years of the DVM. These costs are a guideline only and may vary. The costs are associated with equipment, clothing and footwear, travel and accommodation relating to placements, and incidentals. Although we recommend students budget for approximately $1,000 - $2,000AUD per annum, costs may be significantly higher during the final year of the DVM depending on location and accomodation charges.Students may be able to apply for financial support to assist with study and living cost from the University Financial Support Service.Commonwealth Supported PlacesCommonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSP places are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.

The Sydney Doctor of Medicine (MD) is a masters-level degree that provides students with world-class clinical and research training. On completion, graduates are eligible for registration with the Australian Medical Board as a doctor.Our course is based on best practice in medical education, with opportunities to learn in Sydney’s premier teaching hospitals as well as in rural and international locations. Graduates leave as medical practitioners, responsive to the health needs of individuals, families and communities and committed to improving the health care system at all levels.In 2020 a new MD curriculum and course structure will be introduced. The program will maintain the best aspects of the existing course, while enhancing learning opportunities through earlier clinical exposure, added personalisation options, new research opportunities, and immersive clinical placements in the last year of the program, preparing students for practice as a doctor.Postgraduates from any discipline who are interested in becoming a doctor and have a passion for healthcare.The Doctor of Medicine (MD) medical program, of the University of Sydney, Sydney Medical School, has been approved by the Medical Board of Australia (AMC) as providing qualification for the purposes of registration in the medical profession. This qualification is approved until 31 March 2025. The final report will be published on the AMC website. Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSP places are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.

The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry at The University of Melbourne is offered in seven specialist fields: Endodontics, Oral Medicine, Orthodontics, Paediatric Dentistry, Periodontics, Prosthodontics and Special Needs Dentistry, which has been accredited by the Australian Dental Council for graduates to register with AHPRA and practice in Australian and New Zealand as a Specialist Dentist within one of these specialties. The degree was first offered and conferred in 2004.The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (DCD) degree at the University of Melbourne has several purposes. The degree is designed to provide students with the opportunity to advance their professional knowledge and skills in one of the specialist areas to an expert level, and to engage with new and emerging relevant fields of study. The course is designed to facilitate the advanced development of clinical, academic and research skills necessary for a graduate to further a career in specialty practice, academia or research.The program is a three-year full time course that provides advanced study and training in all areas of the chosen specialty. Graduates will be prepared for specialty practice, hospital practice or teaching and research in a dental school. Clinical experience is provided currently at the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne and its associated clinics under the instruction of staff of the University of Melbourne. Practice also occurs at the new Melbourne Dental Clinic situated at 723 Swanston St, Carlton.

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program involves preparing a thesis that will make a substantial and original contribution to the specific subject area. The Faculty of Engineering focuses on multidisciplinary research centered on various key themes: field robotics; agricultural engineering; biomedical engineering and technologies; human-centered technology; complex systems; materials and structures; food processing; clean, intelligent energy networks; and water and the environment.This degree is awarded if your thesis is considered to be a substantial and original contribution to the subject concerned.