Doctor of Philosophy (Information Technology)
Doctor of Philosophy (Information Technology)
Undertake a PhD in Computing, Information Technology or Mathematical Sciences Analyse the past or reprogram the future Utilise technology to improve pest management. Improve security of digital health information systems. Design statistically based programs for computer aided diagnosis of breast cancer. Undertake a Computing, Information Technology or Mathematical Sciences research-based…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Undertake a PhD in Computing, Information Technology or Mathematical Sciences
- Analyse the past or reprogram the future
- Utilise technology to improve pest management.
- Improve security of digital health information systems.
- Design statistically based programs for computer aided diagnosis of breast cancer.
Undertake a Computing, Information Technology or Mathematical Sciences research-based higher degree at Flinders, and you’ll have the opportunity to explore some of the biggest unanswered questions of our time.
PhD opportunities
With the guidance of an expert supervisor, take the opportunity to leverage Flinders’ extensive industry connections and plug into our $120 million hub of innovation and entrepreneurship at Tonsley.
Your chosen research area is flexible, and ultimately agreed between you and your supervisor. Areas of focus could include:
- Computer Science and Information Technology
- Cybersecurity
- Digital Health
- Mathematics
- Industry 4.0
- Or other area of interest in consultation with your supervisor.
You will drive a project that creates valuable new scientific knowledge; finding solutions that will help to build a healthier, prosperous and more secure Australia.
Analyse the past or reprogram the future. Join us to pursue your passion, develop advanced research skills, explore multi-disciplinary problems and seek impactful answers to well-defined problems.
REQUIREMENTS
To be accepted for enrolment in a Doctor of Philosophy candidature, an applicant must:
Have at least one of the following Australian qualifications (which must include studies relevant to the proposed field of research), or the equivalent qualification as approved by the relevant authorized delegate:
- A Bachelors degree with Honours class 1 or 2A
- A Graduate Diploma or Masters degree by coursework with a research component of at least 18 units, with an average grade of Distinction or better in the research component
- A Masters by Research degree
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall with 6.0 Speaking, 6.5 Writing, 6.0 Reading, 6.0 Listening; TOEFL iBT: 80 Overall with 18 Speaking, 22 Writing, 18 Reading, 18 Listening; Pearson PTE Academic: 58 Overall with 58 Speaking, 50 Writing, 50 Reading, 50 Listening; Cambridge C1 Advanced: 176 Overall with 169 Speaking, 169 Writing, 169 Reading, 169 Listening; Duolingo (Up to and including Semester 2, 2024): Overall 105-110
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world (*THE World University Rankings 2023 as a percentage of the total number of universities in the world according to the International Association of Universities), Flinders University is everything a modern university should be – progressive, student-focused, and career-minded.It is home to over 26,000 students, with 5,300 international students from more than 90 countries, and offers globally recognised and industry-accredited qualifications. The university enjoys a high level of industry connections with global leaders enabling its students to take up practical placements and graduate job-ready on completion of study.
