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About the course
The Doctor of Philosophy (Information Science) is a research degree where you undertake an original investigation under expert supervision and contribute new knowledge to your field. You’ll join UOW’s research community, develop advanced research skills, and produce a thesis for examination, with options for on-campus or distance study. This PhD builds specialist capability in information science and related computing disciplines. The programme advances scientific inquiry through supervised laboratory or field research, data analysis, and thesis-based discovery.
Career outcome
Graduates are prepared for research-focused careers where advanced investigation, analysis and scholarly communication are essential. Typical pathways include academic and postdoctoral research roles, research positions in government and industry, policy and advisory roles, and specialist R&D or data/information management leadership in organisations. This PhD supports high-level careers applying information science research across computing and digital environments. Preparing graduates for scientific research, R&D leadership, and doctoral study in the sciences.
Living Costs in Wollongong**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,452 - 1,921 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,188 - 1,572 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 7 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320 |
Average Salary***
