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Doctor of Philosophy (Science)

Doctor of Philosophy (Science)

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the Faculty of Science will allow you to pursue research from the many fields in which the faculty has expertise. Candidates will complete the degree in three to four years during which time they will undertake research culminating in the submission of…

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Applied And Pure Sciences
The University of Sydney

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the Faculty of Science will allow you to pursue research from the many fields in which the faculty has expertise. Candidates will complete the degree in three to four years during which time they will undertake research culminating in the submission of an 80,000 word thesis.

PhD candidates in the Faculty of Science may undertake research in the following areas:

Chemistry (including medicinal chemistry and drug discovery)

Geosciences (including geology, geography, geology, marine science and environment)

History and Philosophy of Science

Life and Environmental Sciences (including agriculture, animal science, biology, biochemistry, microbiology and plant science)

Mathematics & Statistics (including pure and applied mathematics)

Physics (including astronomy and data science)

Psychology

Veterinary Science

  • Careers & future study

Graduate opportunities

Through the completion of a PhD, students gain deeper understanding of a subject area and develop analytical, problem solving, communication and project management skills. These skills are highly valued by prospective employers. PhD graduates may pursue careers in industry, academia and research organisations.

Career pathways

The career prospects of a PhD graduate can transcend discipline area and even academia itself.

You’ll find science PhDs in all industries – from banking to policy, to marketing and analysis. The possibilities are wide-ranging.

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

The University of Sydney

The Australian National University (ANU) is one of Australia’s premier universities and ranked amongst the best in the world. It was created by Federal Parliament in 1946 to drive the nation forward and advance Australia’s international standing through research and education of the highest quality. ANU is distinctive because of its national mission, international focus and impressive record in research and education for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Our leading researchers drive our educational programs and shape the ANU learning experience. Students at ANU enjoy excellent staff-student ratios and great employment prospects. They benefit from award-winning and challenging teaching, first-rate facilities and the collegial atmosphere of a residential campus.

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The University of Sydney

The University of Sydney, located in Sydney, Australia, is a world-renowned institution that is ranked in the top 20 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2024). Students come from all over the globe to study at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Students have the choice of selecting from Australia’s widest range of programmes and disciplines. Offering over 400 study areas to select from, the university has two subjects that are ranked in the top ten in the world, with an additional 30 disciplines ranked amongst the top 50 in the world (QS 2023 Subject Rankings). Career opportunities for students are enhanced through internships and work experience, as well as the option of studying abroad for part of their degree through one of the university’s overseas programmes.

 

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