PhD (Computer Science)
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    PhD (Computer Science)

    RMIT University
    RMIT University
    Australia
    Australia, Melbourne
    University Rank:#125
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    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 27,444 / yaer
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026
    PhD (Computer Science)

    About

    As a computer science research candidate, you have the flexibility to pursue an individual topic, or contribute to one of our existing research areas.

    You will join an active research community, working with academics, peers and partner organisations who have demonstrated research success in a range of specialities, including:

    • artificial intelligence
    • machine learning
    • data science and analysis
    • distributed systems and networking
    • artificial intelligence
    • heuristic optimisation
    • information retrieval and web search
    • software engineering.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    The minimum requirements for admission to a PhD program are:

    • A bachelor's degree requiring at least four (4) years of full-time study in a relevant discipline awarded with honours. The degree should include a research component comprised of a thesis, other research projects or research methodology subjects that constitute at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent). The applicant must have achieved at least a distinction average in the final year. OR
    • A master's degree that includes a research component comprised of at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent) with an overall distinction average; OR
    • A master's degree without a research component with at least a high distinction average; OR
    • Evidence of appropriate academic qualifications and/or experience that satisfies the Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research Training and Development or nominee that the applicant has developed knowledge of the field of study or cognate field and the potential for research sufficient to undertake the proposed program.

    At RMIT a grade of distinction represents academic achievement of 70% or higher and a high distinction is 80% or higher.

    If you are a current master by research candidate, you are able to apply for a transfer to a doctor of philosophy program through the process prescribed in the RMIT Higher Degree by Research policy.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

    • IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
    • TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
    • Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
    • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

    For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

    Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

    Career

    You will be able to pursue an academic career in a university, be employed in senior leadership, management and research positions in government, scientific and industrial research laboratories, or work in or start high tech companies.

    On completion, our candidates have gone on to senior positions with industry leaders including SENSIS, Seek, CSIRO and Tinder.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    27,444 / yaer
    Application Fee 100

    How to Apply

    Step 1: Find a course

    Step 2: Check the entry requirements

    Step 3: Collect required documents

    Step 4: Submit your application

    If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students. 

    Remember, our team are experts in RMIT study options and how to apply, so contact the team if you need support with your application.

    PhD (Computer Science)
    RMIT University
    RMIT University
    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne

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