Anthropology Doctoral Program
Students enrolled for the degree of PhD in anthropology are required to produce a thesis of no more than 100,000 words, but preferably between 50,000 and 90,000 words, on a topic approved by the School Graduate Coordinator. All students are allocated a principal supervisor and, in some instances, a joint or associate supervisor, who will offer expert advice on your topic and monitor the progress of your research. Graduate students enrolled for PhD are expected to participate in school research seminars.
Entry Requirements
Candidates applying for entry to the PhD in anthropology will normally be expected to have completed one of the following -
- an honours degree with an H1 or H2A result or its equivalent;
- a Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Research) in anthropology, sociology, comparative societies or another related discipline with a substantial research component and with an H1 or H2A result or its equivalent;
- a Masters Degree in anthropology (or related field) which includes a significant research component and with and H1 or H2A result or its equivalent.
Applications are judged on their academic merit and in relation to the capacity of the disciplines to offer appropriate supervision.
Progress
All PhD candidates in the Faculty of Arts are initially enrolled on a probationary basis, and their candidacy must be confirmed at the end of 12 months full-time study (18 months for part-time students) according to a formal process. This involves a panel of review and the presentation of a thesis proposal. Upgrading from MA to PhD is possible in line with faculty regulations. Progress of candidates is reviewed once a semester, with a formal Annual Report submitted each September.
Period of Enrolment
The period of candidacy for the PhD is normally four (4) years full-time, or six (6) years part time.
External PhD Enrolment
In special circumstances, a very limited number of candidates overseas may be permitted to enrol in a PhD by external mode. International students are liable for fees for this mode of enrolment.
Fees
Australian citizens and permanent residents are liable for HECS (Higher Education Contribution Scheme). Scholarship holders are usually HECS exempt. A limited number of HECS Exemption Scholarships are available to non-scholarship students, and for more information about these contact the Monash Research Graduate School. Overseas students are liable for overseas students fees, unless they have gained a scholarship which covers fees.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to suitably qualified candidates for research higher degrees. The minimum requirement for scholarship applicants is usually a first class honours degree (or its equivalent). The regular scholarship round closes annually in October.
Research Areas
A list of individual anthropology staff members and their current research interests is available on this site. As a school, Political and Social Inquiry shares a wide breadth of expertise and many of its units are taught inter-departmentally, so keep in mind the lists of behavioural studies, criminology, politics, sociology, and women's studies and gender research staff members for their research interests too.
For more information you can e-mail: postgrad.enquiries.psi@arts.monash.edu.au