OpenFieldDoctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Rural Health & Nursing Systems
Supervised doctoral thesis examining health inequities in rural Victorian communities, telehealth intervention efficacy, and healthcare worker retention.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Honours degree (Class 1 or 2A) or Master by Research degree in nursing or public health
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 7.0 with 7.0 in writing and reading
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Detailed research proposal (2,000 words), curriculum vitae, and academic transcripts
- Recommendation letters
- 2 academic research referee forms
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- ACU Postgraduate Research Scholarship AUD $32,500/year stipend plus project operating funds
- Application fee
- AUD $0
- Tuition / joining costs
- AUD $0 (RTP funded for domestic and successful international applicants)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Australian Catholic University, Ballarat Campus documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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