PhD (Offshore)

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Duration
4 years full-time, 8 years part-time
Location
Online
Next start term
First Half of Year, 2027
Study mode
Online
Course code
CD86
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Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (Offshore) provides you with the opportunity to study for a PhD, recognised within the Australian Qualification Framework, whilst remaining in your home country for a substantive part of the degree.

This course is comprised of an independent research study and thesis, overseen by academic supervisors. This degree is limited to high-quality applicants wishing to pursue research in particular discipline areas. For fully offshore candidates, periods of short-term visitation in Australia will be required during this degree, and travel support is available to facilitate such visits.

The Research Higher Degrees Course Guide provides detailed information about eligibility, benefits provided by CQUniversity, and the application, selection and offer process.

Study Experience

Discover more about your PhD (Offshore) and how you'll benefit from flexible online options and dedicated Higher Degree by Research support networks. Click 'Explore Study Experience' for more information.

  • Strong Research Connections
  • Socially Innovative
  • World-class Researchers
  • Career Networks
  • Multiple Intakes
  • CQU research student Sobia working in their research garden with hand held machinery
    “
    I chose CQU because of their high-quality research, accessible education, and the growing interest of industry partners in collaborative work to address the crop yield issues caused by multiple abiotic and biotic stresses. There is a great cultural mix at CQU with a very friendly environment.

    Sobia Ikram

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) | Pakistan

Career Opportunities

The Doctor of Philosophy (Offshore) provides graduates with an internationally recognised degree through the Australian Qualifications Framework. Graduates will be able to secure professional roles in academia, research centres, institutes and institutions, or in broader business and industry.

Structure & Availability

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. 

You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below. Visit the Academic Calendars webpage for key dates relevant to your chosen intake.

Available Locations

Your Course

This is a research-based course and progress is monitored on a time and progress basis, rather than credit point accrual (0 credits):

  1. 1
    You'll complete a unit of study specific to your discipline for the duration of your candidature, no credit points apply.

What You'll Study

As per enrolment advice and Course Rules, as a research candidate, you will be enrolled in a unit of study specific to your discipline for the duration of your candidature, but no credit points apply to this unit.  The course comprises research and thesis development activities as outlined in the course rules.

You may have opportunities to undertake optional work-integrated learning activities appropriate to your discipline area.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

Fees & Scholarships

Fees and Financial Support

At CQU, we offer a vibrant research community, generous project funding, training and financial support, so you can thrive as a researcher. This makes pursuing a higher degree in research at CQU more affordable than you think. 

You may be eligible for stipends and scholarships to reduce your study costs, plus you can access training and development support. For more information, visit our Higher Degree by Research page.

International Course Fees

Please note there may be other costs involved apart from your tuition fee.

How to Apply

You can apply through an agent for expert guidance, or directly via iStart, our online application system for international students if you’re in Australia.

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