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Doctor of Philosophy (Arts)

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Applicants can apply directly to UOW. You may be required to have scans or electronic copies of the following documents ready to attach to your application:

  • Academic qualifications relevant to your application
  • English proficiency evidence (if required)
  • Evidence of your citizenship, passport, or permanent residency status

Before you apply, please check the UOW course entry requirements, intake dates, and closing dates for your chosen degree.

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Australia: 1300 367 869. International: +61 2 4221 3218

Student ?
Campus ?
Delivery ?
On Campus, Distance
Duration
4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Autumn 2024
  • Spring 2024
  • Autumn 2025
  • Spring 2025
Codes
CRICOS: 087638J
UOW: 220

Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) 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.

Candidates will make a significant and original contribution to knowledge in their chosen field of research. They will also be able to communicate this contribution to their peers and the community.

See the course handbook for more information.

 

Research fields include:

  • Education
  • Creative arts
  • Arts
  • Health and society
  • Psychology
  • Clinical psychology

You can specialise in a discipline by choosing from the following: 

Major 

Campus Availability 

Arts 

Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Business 

Innovation Campus (On Campus) 
Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Creative Arts 

Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Education 

Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Engineering 

Innovation Campus (On Campus) 
Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Geography and Sustainable Communities 

Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Health Science 

Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Health and Society 

Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Information Science 

Innovation Campus (On Campus) 
Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Law 

Innovation Campus (On Campus) 
Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Mathematics 

Innovation Campus (On Campus) 
Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Medicine 

Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Physics 

Innovation Campus (On Campus) 
Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Psychology 

Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Science 

Innovation Campus (On Campus) 
Wollongong (Distance) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

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Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for future students. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

Applicants must achieve the required score in a previous qualification, equivalent to completing at least 13 years of schooling in Australia.

  • Academic Entry Requirements

    To succeed in your chosen course, you should have completed relevant subjects in senior high school or other qualifications. For more information, refer to UOW's Entry Requirements page.

  • English Language Requirements

    The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

     

    English Test

    Overall Score

    Reading

    Writing

    Listening

    Speaking
    IELTS Academic

    7.0

    6.5

    6.5

    6.5

    6.5
    TOEFL (Internet-based)

    98

    22

    22

    19

    19

     

    UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Distinction (weighted average mark of 75 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)

    Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.

  • Workload

    Full-Time Study Load

    As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

    For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

  • Credit for Prior Learning

    If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

    Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

    UOW values lifelong learning and recognizes various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

More detail

International Course fees table
Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
WollongongDistance$16392 (2025)$131136 (2025)
WollongongOn Campus$16392 (2025)$131136 (2025)
WollongongOn CampusFee not available (2025)Fee not available (2025)
WollongongOn Campus$15168 (2024)$121344 (2024)
WollongongDistance$15168 (2024)$121344 (2024)
WollongongOn CampusFee not available (2024)Fee not available (2024)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

Tuition fees are reviewing annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study

Additional Fees

In addition to tuition, there are other fees and costs you will need to consider, including but not limited to:

  • Autumn, 2025 at Wollongong, UOW Online Wollongong

    Orientation: Check your campus details
    Session: 03 March - 27 June 2025

    Applications close

    • Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 December 2024*
    • International Applicants: 9 December 2024*

    *Applications must be complete with all required documentation.

    Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not available.

  • Spring, 2025 at Wollongong, UOW Online Wollongong

    Orientation: Check your campus details
    Session: 28 July - 20 November 2025

    Applications close

    • Domestic Applicants (Direct): 31 May 2025*
    • International Applicants: 5 May 2025*

    *Applications must be complete with all required documentation.

    Late applications may be assessed for future sessions if an outcome for the requested session is not available.

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