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Charles Darwin University offers a range of Higher Degrees by Research for graduates, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master by Research (MRes). We deliver high-quality research training for emerging scholars to undertake independent research in your area of study.
PhDs and MRes can be undertaken at all CDU Colleges and the Menzies School of Health Research. Study and work in the context of our regional focus, which prioritises the complex issues facing Northern Australia and the Asia-Pacific.
The main difference between a PhD and MRes is the duration of the study, length of the thesis, and level of originality.
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Doctor of Philosophy |
Master by Research |
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Minimum duration |
Two years full-time or four years part-time. |
One year full-time or two years part-time. |
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Maximum duration |
Four years full-time or eight years part-time, from your start date. |
Two years full-time or four years part-time, from your start date. |
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Thesis length |
Maximum of 100,000 words. |
Maximum of 50,000 words. |
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Time commitment |
40 hours per week for a full-time student. 20 hours per week for a part-time student. |
40 hours per week for a full-time student. 20 hours per week for a part-time student. |
Domestic candidates incur no fees if they complete their degree within the allocated time. Candidates may also be eligible to receive a living allowance, often worth about $28 700, while they complete the research project. Learn more about domestic scholarships.
International candidates often pay fees to undertake a research degree at CDU. However, if their record is especially strong, they might receive a fee waiver or even an additional living allowance, often worth about $28 700, while they complete the research project. Learn more about international scholarships.
To decide which applicants to accept, the University considers the academic qualifications, research experience, and other characteristics of the candidate and research proposal.
The following table presents more information about eligibility. Typically, applicants tend to be eligible to enrol in a:
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| Offers recommendations on how to become more eligible to receive an offer or a scholarship |