Research Focus
Gender studies, cultural studies, critical studies, curriculum and pedagogy, gender education, cultural and religious education, critical theory and pedagogy.
Programme Structure and Funding
This programme is a full-time PhD programme with a duration of 4 years (48 months).
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Study location: Melbourne, Australia
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Application period: Applications accepted year-round
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Tuition: AUD 43,700 per year, equivalent to RMB 200,000–210,000 per year
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Language of instruction: English
The China Scholarship Council (CSC) offers scholarships to Chinese students who wish to pursue a PhD abroad. Monash University is a CSC partner institution. Students may apply for the CSC scholarship themselves via the website; the application period is from 0:00 on 1 March to 14:00 on 1 April.
Entry Requirements
Academic background: a 2:1 degree or above in a relevant discipline at bachelor’s level, or a 2:1 degree or above at master’s level Grade requirement: GPA of no less than 3.3 Language requirements:
- IELTS 7, with no component below 6.5 (test taken within two years)
- or TOEFL 94, with Reading 19, Listening 20, Speaking 20 and Writing 24 (test taken within two years)
- A degree obtained in an English-speaking country may exempt the language requirement References: detailed information for at least two referees
Application Period
Applications accepted year-round
Applications accepted year-round; students may enrol once admitted
Tuition and Living Costs
Study and Living
- Housing: Students may apply for on-campus accommodation or rent off-campus. On-campus accommodation costs approximately RMB 1,600 to 3,000 per week (depending on type), while off-campus rental costs approximately RMB 3,700 to 7,000 per month
Career Prospects
Graduates of the PhD in Education at Monash University enjoy broad career prospects. The deep research skills, critical thinking and complex problem-solving abilities developed through the programme open up career paths in multiple fields. Academia and research institutions: graduates may become university lecturers, professors or postdoctoral researchers, or take up positions such as research officers or laboratory managers in research institutions, conducting in-depth research on educational theory and practice. Educational management and policy-making: graduates are equipped for key roles such as education policy advisers, education specialists in government departments and directors of curriculum development, directly participating in and driving the improvement and innovation of education systems. Industry professional development: in the educational technology field, graduates may take up positions such as product managers or education consultants; in the corporate sector they may work in training and development; and they may also serve as programme leaders in non-profit organisations, advancing educational equity and progress.
