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Doctor of Philosophy

PhD / Doctoral.
Federation University

600

in world overall ranking*

70

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a higher degree by research where you work closely with a supervisory team to plan, refine and complete an original research project. You will develop advanced capabilities in independent inquiry and critical scholarship, with outcomes demonstrated through a substantial thesis (or creative works with exegesis). Research in this program sits within the broad area of human movement, exercise and sports sciences. The programme advances health sciences research through evidence-based inquiry, clinical context, and supervised thesis development.

Career outcome

This PhD prepares graduates for advanced, independent professional practice involving complex research across academic, industry, community and government settings. It supports pathways into roles that require designing and leading original research, producing publishable outcomes and contributing to evidence-informed policy and practice. Graduates may pursue university research and teaching careers, specialist research positions, or leadership roles in organisations connected to exercise, human movement and sports science.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$33,500 per year

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Information

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3 years

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January

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Online
Berwick
Camp St
Gippsland
Mt Helen

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EP0

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

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20% of tuition fees

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