Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Exercise and Sports Sciences)
Field of Study:
$21,542 /Yr
The Doctor of Philosophy allows students to pursue a detailed research investigation in an area of interest and present students' findings in a thesis. Students will design and implement a high-quality original research project of significance to discipline. Through this process, students will develop a thorough knowledge of scholarly debate in students' fields and the capacity to critically analyze and constructively contribute to that debate.
Programs in the Department of Health, Sport, and Exercise Sciences (HSES) offer undergraduate and graduate degrees preparing students to work in health, sport, and exercise-related fields. HSES graduates apply their knowledge to serve as teachers, researchers, clinicians, managers, administrators and other professionals in academic, private, and public settings.
Doctoral students may pursue the Ph.D. degree with a major in Physical Education in the following specialization areas:
· Exercise Physiology
· Health Education & Psychology of Physical Activity
· Sport Management
Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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2025 Session 1 Application Deadline | Jan 31, 2025 |
2025 Session 1 Extended Application Deadline | Feb 21, 2025 |
2025 Session 2 Hdr Scholarships Application Deadline | Apr 7, 2025 |
2025 Session 2 Application Deadline | Feb 28, 2025 - Jun 13, 2025 |
2026 Session 1 Application Deadline | Jan 30, 2026 |
2026 Session 2 Application Deadline | Jun 12, 2026 |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $21542 (AUD 32640) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have qualified for the award of a Master by Research at an acceptable level.
- Students must appropriate Bachelor's degree with class 1 or class 2(i) honors from an Australian university or an equivalent overseas tertiary institution, taken over a minimum of four years (full-time equivalent).
- Students need to have qualified for the award of a coursework Master’s degree with a research project and thesis/dissertation component. It is normally expected that a grade equivalent to the appropriate class of Honours will have been obtained.
- Some other appropriate combinations of undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications (such as relevant graduate diplomas) and research experience demonstrate the capacity to undertake research at a Doctoral level.
Indian Eligibility:
- Students need to have a minimum of a first-class or upper second with a minimum of 60-80% on an institutional basis in a graduate degree.
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Academic records: The marks statement provided by the education board after completion of the previous academic qualifications.
- Three Letter of Recommendation: A recommendation letter should include information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, why they are qualified, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores and Successful applicants typically provide a score in the 50th percentile.
- Transcripts: Official transcripts from all educational institutions students have attended.
Similar Programs
Program | Important Date | Total Fees | Median Exams Score | Action |
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2025 Session 1 Application Deadline (31st Jan 2025) 2025 Session 1 Extended Application Deadline (21st Feb 2025) 2025 Session 2 Hdr Scholarships Application Deadline (7th Apr 2025) 2025 Session 2 Application Deadline (13th Jun 2025) 2026 Session 1 Application Deadline (30th Jan 2026) 2026 Session 2 Application Deadline (12th Jun 2026) | USD 23,021 /Yr AUD 34,880 /Yr |
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Application Deadline For Autumn Intake (30th Nov 2024) | USD 27,364 /Yr AUD 41,460 /Yr |
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USD 17,424 /Yr AUD 26,400 /Yr |
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-- | USD 32,989 /Yr AUD 49,984 /Yr |
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USD 8,514 /Yr AUD 12,900 /Yr |
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Course Guides
PhD in Australia: Universities, Admissions 2024-25, Fees, Scholarships, Job opportunities
Career and Placement after Course
Sports Science Careers
- Academic research
- Personal training
- Physiotherapy
- Professional coaching
- Sports management
- Sports nutrition
- Sports psychology
- Strength and conditioning
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Robert S. McNamara Fellowship Program | Scholarship per student$ 29,626/Yr$44,888 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Paul Foundation scholarships | Scholarship per student$ 13,315/Yr$20,174 | Level Of StudyDiploma | TypeMerit-Based | |
Australia Awards Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Destination Australia Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 9,900/Yr$15,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeEasy-to-Apply | |
Australian Government Research Training Program | Scholarship per student$ 26,525/Yr$40,190 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
BrokerFish International Student Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 660/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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