Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Information valid for students commencing 2026
Duration
3 to 4 years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2026
Research Quarter 1 (01 Jan, 2026)
Research Quarter 2 (01 Apr, 2026)
Research Quarter 3 (01 Jul, 2026)
Research Quarter 4 (01 Oct, 2026)
Program level
Postgraduate Research
Units
48
Program code
7501
Faculty
Teaching Location
Dutton Park, Gatton, Herston, St Lucia
Attendance mode
External, In Person
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 10
Fees for Australian students
Please consult the HDR tuition fees table.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
Enquiries for Australian students
UQ Graduate School
Email: graduateschool@uq.edu.au
Phone: (07) 3346 0503
Duration
3 to 4 years full-time
Commencing 2026
Research Quarter 1 (01 Jan, 2026)
Research Quarter 2 (01 Apr, 2026)
Research Quarter 3 (01 Jul, 2026)
Research Quarter 4 (01 Oct, 2026)
Program level
Postgraduate Research
Units
48
Program code
7501
Faculty
Teaching Location
Dutton Park, Gatton, Herston, St Lucia
Attendance mode
External, In Person
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
CRICOS codes vary according to your discipline area. Please refer to the 'What you can study' section on this page for further details.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 10
Fees for International students
Please consult the HDR tuition fees table.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
Enquiries for International students
UQ Graduate School
Phone: +61 7 3346 0503
Why study the Doctor of Philosophy?
The education and training of doctoral students is one of the most important aspects of a university's activities. The pursuit of knowledge through research higher degree programs not only leads to a well-educated society and a highly trained professional work force, but also contributes significantly to the University's research and scholarship. The aim of the PhD program is to provide research training in a manner that fosters the development of independent research skills in candidates. These skills include the capacity to formulate a significant problem, to develop mastery of appropriate conceptual and methodological skills, and to relate the research topic to a broader framework of knowledge in the relevant disciplinary area. The doctoral thesis provides evidence of a contribution to knowledge with a level of originality consistent with 3-4 years of full-time study and research training. It also demonstrates a candidate's capacity for critical analysis and that he or she is capable of pursuing scholarly and programmatic research.
What you can study
The Doctor of Philosophy is offered in a large number of disciplines including but not limited to: Humanities; Social Sciences; Arts; Business; Law; Architecture; Science; Engineering; Agriculture; Medicine; Health and Behavioural Science; Biomedical Science; Information Technology.
Please note that different disciplines in the PhD have different CRICOS codes:
- 0100213 - Architecture, creative arts, education, health, information technology, management and commerce, mathematical sciences, social and cultural studies
- 0100214 - Agriculture and environmental studies, dentistry, engineering, human movement, medical studies, natural and physical sciences, pharmacy, psychology, veterinary science
Please contact your proposed enrolling school or institute to discuss the possible fields of research available within each area.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Visa requirements
CRICOS codes vary according to your discipline area. Please refer to the 'What you can study' section on this page for further details.
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Please consult the HDR tuition fees table.
Fees for International students
Please consult the HDR tuition fees table.
Program requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy
Please refer to information contained on the Graduate School website. In particular, note that individual schools and institutes may have additional admission requirements and/or additional candidature requirements that you must comply with.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website, including in the Research and Research Training suite of policies.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
- Master of Philosophy (#32)
