Handbook

As a general guide, the UNSW entry requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy are as follows:

• A candidate for the degree shall have been awarded an appropriate degree of Bachelor with Honours from the University of New South Wales or a qualification considered equivalent from another university or tertiary institution at a level acceptable to the Research Committee of the appropriate Faculty.
• Candidates may apply to convert to a PhD after one year's full-time enrolment in a Masters by Research program by attending a Confirmation of Candidature Reveiw Panel and satisfying the requirements of this Review Panel as set out in section 3.2.6.(iii) of the following document: [www.gs.unsw.edu.au/policy/documents/aprprocedure.pdf].
• In exceptional cases an applicant who submits evidence of such other academic and professional qualifications as may be approved by the Committee may be permitted to enrol for the degree.

However, as each Faculty manages its own PhD programs, prospective local and international research students should check with the relevant Faculty and/or School for specific entry requirements.

English language requirements also apply. Please see the UNSW English Requirements Policy.

For further information, see the Admission to Higher Degree Research Programs Procedure.

For more information on university policy on progression requirements please visit Academic Progression