Doctor of Philosophy, Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science-094626K

Doctor of Philosophy, Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science

AQFLevel 10
CRICOS Code094626K
Course TypeDoctoral Degree

Australian National University (ANU)

GovernmentGovernment
Large-scaleLarge-scale
Member of Australia's Group of Eight (G8)Member of Australia's Group of Eight (G8)
Accredited by the Ministry of Education of ChinaAccredited by the Ministry of Education of ChinaAustralia Rank 4Australia Rank 4World Rank 32World Rank 32
Australian National University (ANU)
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Course Fees
Last Updated02/12/2025
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56,120 AUD / per Academic Year
Total Tuition Fee: 224,480
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Course Duration
4.0 Year (208 weeks)
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Overview

Course Description
The Australian National University provides PhD candidates with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support. When selecting a research program, an institution's reputation is everything. ANU is one of the world's leading universities, and the smart choice for your research program. As a PhD candidate you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field. Your research will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.A PhD in science communication is an essential pathway for candidates pursuing an academic career in this discipline. In addition, a well-crafted PhD can provide a significant stepping stone to other areas of employment such as communication analysis, policy development, and industry.Here at CPAS, we invite applications from suitably qualified candidates (details below) who are interested in undertaking PhD in Science Communication across a range of themes and topics including, but not limited to:Climate change communicationScience, media and the publicIntersections between science and art (artistic research)Ethics of science communicationIntersectional issues in STEM (with a focus on gender)Communicating about health issuesScience and Technology Studies (STS)Rhetoric of scienceIntersection of environmental science, policy and politicsPopular entertainment and cultureKnowledge co-production
Course Detail Linkhttps://programsandcourses.anu.edu.au/2024/program/9603XPHD
Course Start Dates
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2026
2 start dates
Start Date02-23
Start Date07-27

School Application Steps

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  1. Study Abroad Planning, Application Preparation

      Next Intake Date

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      Meet English Requirements

      Language Requirement: IELTS Overall 6.5, with no band lower than 6

      If your score does not meet the requirement, you can contact a specialist to arrange for a corresponding language course.

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    • Accept Offer and Pay the First Tuition Fee

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    • Successfully Obtained CoE, Preparing for Visa Application

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      • If you find any errors, contact the school immediately for correction. The advisor will also perform a system check.
      CoE Sample and Checklist

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    • Prepare Visa Documents

      • The estimated processing time for visa preparation materials is about 2 weeks. Arrange for medical examination and translation in advance.
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    Language Requirements

    IELTS Score
    PTE Score
    2026 year(s)
    Listening
    6.0
    Speaking
    6.0
    Reading
    6.0
    Writing
    6.0
    Overall
    6.5

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