QUT (Queensland University of Technology) Courses

You must have either:

• a completed recognised relevant honours degree (first class or second class Division A) or equivalent
• a completed recognised masters degree or professional doctorate (by research or coursework)

Admission to the Doctor of Philosophy depends on an applicant's demonstrated research aptitude and the availability of supervision infrastructure and resources needed for the proposed research project.

For more information on eligibility read the admission criteria for the Doctor of Philosophy (PDF file 280.6 KB).

Once you've started your PhD you'll need to complete your Stage 2 milestone to be fully admitted to your course. You'll usually complete this milestone within the first three months of study.

Masters and professional doctorate degrees by coursework must have a significant research component normally not less than 25%. Holders of masters and professional doctorate by coursework must:

• have a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 5.0 on QUT's 7 point scale; and
• present evidence of research experience and potential for approval

You must have either:

• a completed recognised relevant honours degree or equivalent
• a completed recognised masters degree or professional doctorate (by research or coursework)

Masters and professional doctorate degrees by coursework must have a significant research component normally not less than 25%. Holders of masters and professional doctorate by coursework must:

• have a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 5.0 on QUT's 7 point scale; and
• present evidence of research experience and potential for approval

Admission to the Doctor of Philosophy depends on an applicant's demonstrated research aptitude and the availability of supervision infrastructure and resources needed for the proposed research project.

Once you've started your PhD you'll need to complete your Stage 2 milestone to be fully admitted to your course. You'll usually complete this milestone within the first three months of study.

For more information on eligibility read the admission criteria for the Doctor of Philosophy (PDF file 280.6 KB).

1.5 year program

• A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (on QUT's 7 point scale).

1 year program

• A recognised bachelor degree in any discipline with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (on QUT's 7 point scale) and a completed recognised Graduate Certificate (or higher) in the field of Education with GPA of 4.0 (on QUT's 7 point scale); or
• A recognised bachelor degree in the field of education with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (on QUT's 7 point scale) plus a minimum of two years full-time (or equivalent) relevant work experience in teaching or education. Students applying on the basis of work experience must submit a detailed CV position details and employment statements.

To be eligible for this course you need either:

• a completed recognised bachelor honours degree in a discipline relevant to your intended area of study or
• a completed recognised bachelor degree or equivalent in a discipline relevant to your intended area of study with:
  • a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 5.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale)
  • relevant professional and/or research experience (as determined by the faculty).

Applications and proposed research projects are subject to supervisor availability and resources available within the faculty.

To be eligible for this course you need either:

• a completed recognised bachelor honours degree in a discipline relevant to your intended area of study or
• a completed recognised bachelor degree or equivalent in a discipline relevant to your intended area of study with:
  • a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 5.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale)
  • relevant professional and/or research experience (as determined by the faculty).

Applications and proposed research projects are subject to supervisor availability and resources available within the faculty.