PhD in International, Political and Strategic Studies

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

10%

Asia:

20%

Europe:

10%

North America:

5%

South America:

3%

Africa:

2%

Australia:

50%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$56,120 / year

Overall Cost

$71,120 / year

FAQs

• Are scholarships or financial aid options available?
  
  Yes, ANU offers various scholarships and financial aid options, including the ANU Chancellor’s International Scholarship, which can provide a 25% tuition fee reduction for eligible international students.
• What are the key application deadlines?
  
  For the 2026 intake, the Semester 1 application deadline is 15 December 2025 (acceptance deadline 15 January 2026), and the Semester 2 deadline is 15 May 2026 (acceptance deadline 30 June 2026).
• What is the structure of the PhD program?
  
  Students must complete at least 12 units of coursework, including the core course ASIA9075 Research Design and Writing in International, Political and Strategic Studies, in addition to their independent research and thesis.
• How long does the PhD program take to complete?
  
  The program is designed as a 4-year full-time degree, requiring a minimum of 192 units and culminating in a thesis of up to 100,000 words.
• What are the main admission requirements for this PhD?
  
  Applicants need at least a four-year Australian undergraduate degree or international equivalent with a minimum result of H2A (or a GPA of 5.0/7.0 or above). Equivalent research experience or a significant thesis component may also be considered. English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 overall, with no band less than 6.0; or equivalent TOEFL/PTE scores) is required.