Doctor of Philosophy - Veterinary Science
Course code: DR-PHILVET
4 years full time / 8 years part time
Expected candidature is 3 years full time (or part time equivalent)
Flexible
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Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) places available
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AUD $58,976 (2026 indicative first year fee)
Course overview
Overview
A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Veterinary Science helps you demonstrate academic leadership, increasing independence, creativity and innovation in your research work.
Make a significant and unique contribution
Write an 80,000 words thesis under academic supervision, which examines a specific problem, issue or topic. You’ll make a significant and original contribution to an existing area of knowledge in your field of study.
Specialise in a key research area
Unearth groundbreaking study in areas including: veterinary biosciences; animal sciences - health and welfare; and infectious diseases - public health and biosecurity.
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Gain specialist support
While researching for your thesis, you will be able to access specialist support for graduate research degree students, including: lectures and seminars, writing boot camps and workshops.