Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting February 2028
- Apply before Feb 2027, International This is an estimated deadline for all other students. If a National or EEA/EU deadline listed here covers your citizenship, that one applies to you instead.
Language
English
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL® iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Adelaide, Australia
Disciplines
- Physics
- Chemistry
Overview
Undertake a Chemical or Physical Sciences research-based higher degree at Flinders University, and you’ll have the opportunity to work toward bringing affordable, green, energy efficient and advanced technology solutions to people around the world.
Key Facts
- Become part of the Institute for Nanoscale Science and Technology while you work on globally relevant problems, access cutting-edge instrumentation and create new scientific knowledge with the support of a team of leading research supervisors.
Programme Structure
Research
- Chemical Sciences
- Energy and Advanced Materials
- Forensic and Analytical Science
- Nanotechnology
- Physics
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: First Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL® iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- CRICOS code: 106271G
- An Australian Honours degree Class 1 or 2A or equivalent qualification (at least AQF Level 8) such as a postgraduate qualification which includes a research component of at least 6 months’ full-time study in which you achieved at least Distinction grade (75%).
- Evidence of equivalent research experience may be considered, such as a substantial first-author refereed publication or track record as an investigator on a competitive grant.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees.
Applies to you
Non-residents
42,700 AUD / year
Living costs
Adelaide, Australia
1,328-2,474 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Below you will find PhD scholarship opportunities for Chemical or Physical Sciences.

