Doctor of Science (DSc)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
This program is not available to International students.
Duration
Please contact the faculty regarding the duration of this program.
Commencing 2013
Any
Program level
Postgraduate Research
Units
16
Program code
7510
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
A BSc of this University of seven years standing ago plus adequate scientific training. Non UQ graduates must demonstrate a satisfactory connection with this University.
Fees for Australian students
Australian students (including Australian citizens or permanent residents and New Zealand citizens) are currently exempt from paying tuition fees for Doctor of Science (DSc) studies.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Faculty of Science.
Closing Date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
Enquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Science
Email: science.enquiries@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 1888
This program is not available to international students.
Why study the Doctor of Science?
The award is designed to give formal public recognition to eminent scholars who have made substantial, original and distinguished contributions to science knowledge.
What you can study
A student is required to submit published material which must constitute an original and important contribution to scientific knowledge. Refer to DSc rules for further information. No formal study or assessment is undertaken in this program. Applicants must submit papers and evidence of career research in their field.
Students interested in undertaking a research higher degree such as a PhD should refer to the Graduate School website.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
A BSc of this University of seven years standing ago plus adequate scientific training. Non UQ graduates must demonstrate a satisfactory connection with this University.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Faculty of Science.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
A BSc of this University of seven years standing ago plus adequate scientific training. Non UQ graduates must demonstrate a satisfactory connection with this University.
Visa requirements
International students, studying on a student visa, may not undertake the program on campus at UQ on a full time basis; they may only study from their home countries and will not be eligible for an Australian student visa.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through .
Click here for application procedures for International students.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Australian students (including Australian citizens or permanent residents and New Zealand citizens) are
currently exempt from paying tuition fees for Doctor of Science (DSc) studies.
Fees for International students
Tuition fees do not apply to Higher Doctorates; however an examination fee may apply.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Additional costs
- Examination fee (approx $1500)
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Doctor of Science
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to submit published material which must constitute an original and important contribution to scientific knowledge. Refer to DSc rules for further information.
