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Postgraduate research – Faculty of Engineering – University of Sydney

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A higher degree by research (HDR) in engineering, computer science or project management will open up a new world of ideas and possibilities, deepen your insights, and develop your capacities for practical application in your current career or position you to carve out a new one.
Our research into creating a digital, sustainable and healthier futures spans the following key areas:
So whether you’re an aspiring academic or researcher, seeking a competitive edge in your career or wanting to explore your passion, we encourage you to explore our offerings.
Our Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) (PhD) degree involves in-depth study in a specialised area of engineering, computer science or project management.
This will require you to prepare a substantial piece of work that represents a contribution to a particular field of knowledge, giving you a good understanding of research methodology.
This postgraduate research degree is also uniquely embedded with a coursework component designed to provide our HDR students with the opportunity to create a truly distinct research pathway.
As an HDR student, you’ll be able to select from over 270+ HDR units of study from across the University of Sydney to help you complete your thesis.
These unit of study areas range from specialist analytical methods and professional engagement courses to discipline-specific subjects.
Furthermore, by undertaking your Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) with us, you’ll also: 
We encourage you to explore the vast range of postgraduate research scholarships available to all eligible domestic and international students.
Before you apply for our Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) (PhD), you’ll need to find a supervisor who can provide guidance, support and development for your candidature, develop a research proposal and upload a number of required documents.
We encourage you to follow the following steps:
School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering
School of Biomedical Engineering
School of Chemcial and Biomolecular Engineering
School of Civil Engineering
School of Computer Science
School of Electrical and Information Engineering
School of Project Management
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Jane Foss Russell Building, Darlington Campus
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