Doctoral Program in Finance
The University of Melbourne
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K
The Melbourne Business School Doctoral Program in Finance has the largest and most well-developed set of doctoral subjects on offer in Australia. Taught by the Department of Finance, which is internationally recognized for its world-class research and research training and augmented by visitors from the worlds top finance programs. The Doctoral Program in Finance is made up of a 2-year Master of Commerce coursework program followed by a 3-year PhD.
Structure
The Doctor of Philosophy degree is awarded on the basis of a thesis of approximately 80,000-100,000 words, in which candidates report on an independent, sustained and academically supervised research project investigating a specialised topic.
Standard entry requirements
- A four-year bachelor degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and have achieved a minimum weighted average of 75% in the final year subjects or (University of Melbourne) equivalent, or
- A masters degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and achieved a minimum weighted average of 75% or (University of Melbourne) equivalent, or
- A qualification and professional experience considered to be equivalent. and
- A personal statement
- Two Referee reports
Study information
Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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Parkville | International: $219,040 | No |
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