PhD of Health Sciences
- Perth, Australia
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A health sciences degree with four specialization tracks.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Health Sciences. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.
Career outcomes
- Health Sciences Specialist
- Health Sciences Research Assistant
- Related Entry-Level Professional
Curriculum
- Four tracks: Exercise Science/Strength and Conditioning
- Pre-Physical Therapy (preparing for DPT applications)
- A pre-professional track for athletic training
- Occupational therapy
- Chiropractic and physician assistant programmes
- And Public Health. A five-year B.S. To M.S. Option exists in public health education and promotion.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Not published on the course pages (no academic entry text)
- Applicants must name a research topic and supervisor and submit a research proposal (https://www.curtin.edu.au/study/applying/research/)
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 81
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 176
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Previous degree certificate
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of purpose
- Research proposal
- Academic references
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the Health Sciences admission requirements at Curtin University. Identify the research area and prepare a research proposal. Contact a potential supervisor if the program requires one. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $40,131 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $10,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Curtin Perth (Bentley) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Academic Studies |
| Department | Department of Health Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Curtin University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for PhD of Health Sciences. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
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July 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
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Scholarships
Curtin University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for PhD of Health Sciences.
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The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $40,131 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $10,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 81, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176, IELTS Academic 6.5.
Curtin University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for PhD of Health Sciences.