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PhD of Cultural Research

Western Sydney University

Parramatta, Australia
3 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

Research doctorate (Doctor of Cultural Research) completed by supervised thesis.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485, Post-Higher Education Work stream, doctoral degree; one-time (no repeat as primary applicant); apply in Australia within 6 months of course completion while holding or having held a Student visa in the last 6 months; age 35 or under; Temporary Graduate study requirement: CRICOS-registered qualification(s) taught in English totalling at least 2 academic years (92 CRICOS weeks), completed in Australia in no less than 16 calendar months on a visa allowing study; English: IELTS Academic/General 6.5 overall, 5.5 each band (or equivalent) within 12 months; age under 50 allowed for doctoral degrees; Indian nationals 4 years under AI-ECTA; Hong Kong/BNO up to 5 years)): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

Curriculum

Supervised thesis-only research degree: a research proposal of up to 2
000 words
A supervisor identified before applying
And a thesis. Full-time candidature is up to three years
With any extension subject to approval and further tuition fees.

Entry requirements

Academic

Honours Class 1 or 2 bachelor degree
Master of Research
Master of Philosophy or equivalent
Other qualifications at the discretion of the Dean or Institute Director.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor (Honours Class 1 or 2), Master of Research, Master of Philosophy or equivalent tertiary qualification, Lower qualifications at the discretion of the Dean/Director

Language tests

IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each subtest)
TOEFL iBT 82 (Writing 21
PTE Academic Speaking 18
IELTS 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Certified academic transcripts and prior qualifications
Certified passport or identity documentation
English proficiency evidence if applicable
Research proposal
Letter of support from proposed supervisor

How to apply

Check HDR entry requirements. Write a research proposal and find a supervisor; applications are open all year. Submit an Expression of Interest
then the full application online (international applicants follow the International Applying Guide). Provide certified transcripts
English evidence
the proposal and a supervisor support letter. Outcome in about 6 to 8 weeks; pay fees per session and receive your eCoE. Apply for the student visa with proof of funds and arrange OSHC.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$38,155 AUD
Application fee	_
Deposit	$67,865 AUD

Program details

Campus	_
Faculty or school	Faculty of Social Sciences, Arts, Business, Education and Law
Department	School of Arts
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	3 years (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485, Post-Higher Education Work stream, doctoral degree; one-time (no repeat as primary applicant); apply in Australia within 6 months of course completion while holding or having held a Student visa in the last 6 months; age 35 or under; Temporary Graduate study requirement: CRICOS-registered qualification(s) taught in English totalling at least 2 academic years (92 CRICOS weeks), completed in Australia in no less than 16 calendar months on a visa allowing study; English: IELTS Academic/General 6.5 overall, 5.5 each band (or equivalent) within 12 months; age under 50 allowed for doctoral degrees; Indian nationals 4 years under AI-ECTA; Hong Kong/BNO up to 5 years)
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.