Study@CAP: Future Students

Admission to a research program normally requires an Honours degree (at Honours 2A or above), or equivalent prior studies (such as a Graduate Diploma or a Master degree) that includes some research work.

A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) normally takes between two and four years full-time to complete a thesis of 100,000 words. The thesis must make a substantial contribution to learning and demonstrate a capacity to relate the research done by the candidate to the broader framework of the discipline or disciplines within which if falls. In some programs, PhD candidates are required to complete coursework as well as the thesis. A Master of Philosophy (MPhil) takes from one to two years full-time, or two to four consecutive academic years part-time.

To apply on-line:

• http://students.anu.edu.au/apply_online.asp

To apply using the paper-based form:

• For local PhD and MPhil applicants: http://www.anu.edu.au/sas/forms/sas25local.pdf
• For international PhD and MPhil applicants: http://www.anu.edu.au/sas/forms/sas25international.pdf

Please note that in each case, you can use the one form to apply for admission and for a scholarship. If you want to be considered for a scholarship, please complete question 2 (on-line form) or question 17 (paper-based form for hard copy application) which asks you to indicate which scholarship you want to apply for. Tick the relevant box, or if it is not listed on the form, please write the name of the scholarship under: Other Scholarships (please specify). It is always helpful to include your email address.

English Language Requirements

Referees Questionnaire Form

Applicants are required to provide three referees reports with their application. The University will not request reports on your behalf. Your referees are required to complete the form and also provide a conventional written reference. See link below:

• http://www.anu.edu.au/sas/forms/sas25a_Referees_Questionnaire.pdf

Use the links on this site to research potential supervisors, fields of study and scholarships:

• Details of each of the Graduate Studies fields and their Convenors are listed at:
  info.anu.edu.au/studyat/_Graduate_School/_graduatestudiesfields.asp
• Scholarships

You may find this link helpful for general application advice:

• Application information for domestic and international students