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PhD of Geospatial Sciences
- Melbourne, Australia
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A research doctorate in geospatial sciences completed under academic supervision.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop original research expertise in Geospatial Sciences. Apply advanced research methods and critical analysis to complex questions. Communicate publishable findings to academic and professional audiences. Contribute new knowledge to the field.
Career outcomes
- Academic career in a university
- Senior leadership and management positions in government
- Non-government organisations and corporations
Curriculum
- Research degree completed under supervision: a compulsory research methods course
- Research integrity and ethics modules
- Optional qualitative and quantitative technique studies
- And a thesis or project that makes an original contribution and is examined externally. Three to four years full-time.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Honours bachelor (research component
- distinction average) or a master degree with research component (distinction average)
- or equivalent evidence; research proposal and supervisor required
- Bachelor degree with honours (4 years
- research component of at least 25% of a year
- distinction average)
- or a master's degree with research component (distinction average) or without (high distinction average)
- or equivalent evidence; research proposal and supervisor required
Accepted academic background
Honours bachelor or master degree with research component
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 176
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of Identity
- Research Proposal
- Academic References
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and supporting documents. Complete the institution application form. Submit proof of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $41,280 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Melbourne City |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | STEM College |
| Department | School of Science |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | RMIT University scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is $41,280 AUD per year. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176, IELTS Academic 6.5.

