PhDEngineering
Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering)
University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering at the University of Sydney lets candidates research and write a thesis making a substantial, original contribution across the Faculty of Engineering's key research areas, including complex systems, data science, energy, environment, healthcare, infrastructure, IoT and robotics. Candidates typically hold a bachelor's with first-class honours, a research-focused master's or an equivalent qualification, and can take additional coursework units to accelerate their research.
Research spans disciplines including aerospace, mechanical and mechatronic engineering, biomedical engineering, chemical and biomolecular engineering, civil engineering, and electrical and information engineering. Graduates pursue careers in industry, academia and research organisations.
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Admissions
Admission criteria You must have completed the equivalent of one of the following in an area related to your proposed research: bachelor's degree with first class honours (or equivalent), master's degree by research, master's degree by coursework with an independent research component such as a thesis, dissertation or research project with a minimum overall distinction average. an equivalent qualification that demonstrates research experience, excellence and capability. Applicants who do not meet these admission requirements may be issued an offer of a place in the Master of Philosophy (Engineering) . Transfer from Master of Philosophy (Engineering) Outstanding candidates who successfully complete up to one year full-time or equivalent part-time of the University of Sydney's Master of Philosophy (Engineering) may apply for transfer into the Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) and receive credit for work completed: with approval from the Supervisor and School, meeting all Higher Degree by Research progression requirements, providing evidence that their research is of a sufficient scope and depth to sustain a doctoral thesis.
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