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Study in Australia

Doctor of Philosophy

At Australian Catholic University

Level: Doctoral Degree
Location:Ballarat Campus, 1200 Mair Street, Ballarat, Victoria 3350, Australia
Annual Fee:AUD $ 27,300.00
Duration: 3 years (156 Weeks)
Start Date: 01 July 2024
Study Mode: Full time
Accreditation*:
Regional Area*:
Meet the Australian study requirement*:
Meet Study in regional Australia*:
Pathway to a 485 Visa*:Up to 3 Years
[For Indian Citizens: Up to 4 Years ]
[For Hong Kong and British National Overseas passport holders: Up to 5 Years ]
Pathway to the second 485 Visa*:Up to 2 Years
Admission Requirments:If applicants have an overseas qualification/s from an institution where English is not the standard language of instruction, they will need to meet ACU's English proficiency requirements, e.g Academic IELTS 6.5 (including individual scores of 6.0 for all tests). Refer to Appendix C Higher Degree Research Regulations

Inherent requirement

The eligibility criteria for admission into the Doctor of Philosophy are stipulated in the Higher Degree Research Regulations, Eligibility For Admission To A Research Higher Degree.

The progress requirements of the Doctor of Philosophy are stipulated in the Higher Degree Research Regulations , Pursuance of Candidature.

  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - 6.5 overall score (including individual scores of 6.0 for all tests)
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) - 58
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language - Academic (TOEFL) - 79 (Writing - 24, Reading - 19, Speaking - 20, Listening - 20)
  • ACU English Language Test - B
  • Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) - 176

For limited time only, we offer:
  • FREE Student Visa Service**
  • FREE subsequent 485 Visa (Post-Study Work stream) assistance**
to students who enrol in a course through Delta Immigration.




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*This information is given as a guide only that may not be accurate, complete or current. You should seek independent advice from the Department of Home Affair and/or a registered Migration Agent and/or the Assessing Authority and/or Australian Catholic University before you enroll this course.

****This offer is subject to meeting the visa eligibility criteria and is valid for one year after completing the course. This offer is only valid for Bachelor's level courses or higher; Other conditions may also apply. We don't represent Australian Catholic University; The information submitted by you regarding education matters may be referred to one of our business partners and will be processed entirely by a third party. Studying in Australia may or may not imporove the chances of getting Permanent Residency; A student may study in Australia, spend a lot of money but finally may have to leave Australia.









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