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Doctor of Philosophy (Society and Culture)


  • James Cook University
  • Course CRICOS Code:081379E
  • World Ranking (QS):NO.462
  • Course Duration:208 Weeks
  • Australian State:QueenslandQLD
  • Australian City:Cairns
  • Course Intake:Semester 1,Semester 2

Course Description

The Doctor of Philosophy is a program of supervised original research. It culminates in the submission of a thesis that demonstrates the ability for critical analysis and research that makes a significant and original contribution to the knowledge and understanding of the field of study.

Basic Information

Course Discipline Social
Faculty Faculty of Arts
Qualification Level Doctoral Degree (PhD)
2024 Course Tuition Fee (Annual) $AUD 33,600
Course Duration 208 Weeks
Campus(es) Cairns

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements The pathway into a JCU Doctor of Philosophy is to have achieved a Bachelor’s Degree with at least Honours 2A, a postgraduate qualification with a supervised research component of at least one semester, full-time equivalent or a Master of Philosophy.
English Requirements IELTS 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0)
Portfolio Required NO
Work Experience Required NO