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Doctor of Philosophy, School of Cybernetics

ProviderThe Australian National University
Course code: SIA-213973UniversityStudy area: Information TechnologyCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

The School of Cybernetics PhD program continues the innovation of the ANU Master of Applied Cybernetics in pioneering a new approach to engineering and technology design, development, adoption and regulation that combines technological, human and ecological systems for a better world, as well as being a standard-bearer for equity and inclusion. The program is cohort-based, and team taught and supported. A PhD in the School of Cybernetics provides an opportunity for students to develop cybernetic research and practice through an engaged and innovative approach. Entry to the PhD program is only via the ANU Master of Applied Cybernetics. Please see https://cybernetics.anu.edu.au/education/masters/

Entry requirements

Postgraduate and higher courses usually use academic prerequisites, degree equivalence and English-language requirements.

Postgraduate entry

Admission to a Doctor of Philosophy is also subject to supervisory capacity, availability of appropriate infrastructure and resources, and approval from the relevant Delegated Authority within the Academic College.

Applicants must:

  • Have completed the ANU Master of Applied Cybernetics with a minimum GPA of 6.0.
  • Have the written approval of an identified supervisor for the research project/thesis.
  • Exemptions for students who have a Bachelors degree and professional qualifications, work experience and/or published research that may be deemed equivalent to the ANU Master of Applied Cybernetics with a minimum GPA of 6.0 will only be considered on the advice of the Director of the School of Cybernetics, should it align closely to ANU and School of Cybernetics strategic priorities.
English requirement
Cambridge C1 Advanced 169 (L 163 / R 163 / W 170 / S 179)IELTS Academic 6.5, no band below 6PTE Academic 64, no component below 60TOEFL iBT 81 (L 16 / R 16 / W 19 / S 19)

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Past Offers

Current-course cases first, supplemented by same-institution scored cases.

Scored cases
Source countriesMalaysia
Common pathwayFoundation background
Target levelBachelor degree
Offer fieldsPhysics
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MalaysiaFoundation background
Bachelor of ScienceBachelor degree · Physics · Offshore
GPA / 4.0GPA 4.0/4.04.00 · top band · approx. top 5%

Course curriculum

Course structure, credit points and subject sequence

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References

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