Doctor of Philosophy - Aboriginal Studies
Curtin University · Perth, Australia
About this programme
Specifically, this research-based PhD (DR-ABOR) is a higher degree which develops and uses high level research skills and advanced knowledge in Indigenous research methods and the acquisition and transmission of knowledge. The research will be of Benefit and requires sustained respectful relationships and ethical practices and philosophies. It is grounded in Indigenous knowledge and discourses. Th
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 4 years
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa (subclass 500)
- Application fee
- AUD 2,500
- Proof of funds
- AUD 29,710/yr (12-month living cost)
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (7)
- Australia Awards ScholarshipsFully funded · Annual: varies by country (typically February-April)
- Australian Research Training Program (RTP)Fully funded · Deadline October each year (varies by university)
- Curtin University top up scholarship - Vietnam Government PhD Scholarship (Project 89)Fully funded
- HDR Scholarship - Stipends for Higher Degree by ResearchFully funded
- Australia Awards Scholarships (AAS)Tuition only
- 2026 MRIWA PhD ScholarshipsLiving stipend
- Research Training Program (RTP) StipendLiving stipend · Varies by university and round