Doctor of Philosophy (Arts and Soc Sci)

Further information

To be eligible for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences), you must have completed the equivalent of one of the following in a subject area related to your proposed research area:

• bachelor’s degree with first class or second class honours or,

• master’s degree by research or,

• master’s degree by coursework with an independent research component such as a thesis, dissertation or research project with a minimum overall pass average of 75% or above or

• demonstrated appropriate experience and alternative qualifications in the field of study

Applicants who do not meet these admission requirements may be issued an offer of a place to the Master of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences)

Transfer from University of Sydney Master of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences)

Outstanding candidates who successfully complete up to one year full-time or equivalent part-time of the University of Sydney Master of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences) may apply for transfer into the Doctor of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences) and be granted credit for work already completed:

• with approval from the supervisor and school
• meeting all higher degree by research progression requirements
• completing 25 000 words of a thesis to the satisfaction of the department;
• providing evidence that their research is of a sufficient scope and depth to sustain a doctoral thesis.

See Master of Philosophy (Arts and Social Sciences) progression and completion requirements

These constitute the minimum requirements for eligibility and do not guarantee admission. This remains at the discretion of the relevant supervisors and departments. The University must certify that there are sufficient supervisory and other resources and facilities available to enable your candidature to be completed successfully.