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About the course
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at Charles Darwin University is a higher degree by research where you undertake a novel and significant research program under the guidance of two or more supervisors. You will communicate your findings through a thesis or another approved format, while also completing additional training and activities aligned with CDU’s HDR policy to support your research capability and career development. This is a doctoral research degree across disciplines.
Career outcome
Graduates develop advanced research, analysis and scholarly communication skills suited to research-intensive and specialist roles. Typical pathways include academic and university research careers, research positions in government and industry, policy and program evaluation, consultancy, and leadership roles requiring deep subject-matter expertise. The qualification also supports progression to postdoctoral opportunities and high-level professional practice informed by original research. This is a PhD-level research qualification applicable across fields.
Living Costs in Alice Springs**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,174 - 2,875 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,043 - 1,380 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 11 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 439 - 581 |
Average Salary***
