The Australian National University provides PhD candidates with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support. When selecting a research program, an institution's reputation is everything. ANU is one of the world's leading universities, and the smart choice for your research program. 

As a PhD candidate you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field. Your research will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development. Our students have access to unique facilities and work with world-class experts in a variety of fields.

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of the Doctor of Philosophy degree have a wide range of career opportunities in addition to academia. Our graduates find employment nationally and internationally in government, start-ups, and industry across many sectors of the economy. They work as researchers, analysts, consultants, software developers and as managers and executives.