36 PhD Programs in Philosophy in Australia

Top universities for Philosophy in Australia

Ranked by how many philosophy programs each one runs in Australia — the count is next to the name.

• Federation University Australia (12)
• Edith Cowan University (4)
• University of Wollongong (4)
• Murdoch University, Perth (3)
• Australian National University (2)
• University of Divinity (1)
• University of New England (1)
• University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle (1)
• University of South Australia (1)
• University of Southern Queensland (1)

January intake in Australia

12 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• Doctor of Philosophy (Environmental Science) — Federation University Australia · starts Jan 2027
• Doctor of Philosophy (Business) — Federation University Australia · starts Jan 2027
• Doctor of Philosophy (Health) — Federation University Australia · starts Jan 2027
• Doctor of Philosophy (Information Technology) — Federation University Australia · starts Jan 2027
• Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) — Federation University Australia · starts Jan 2027
• Doctor of Philosophy (Mathematics) — Federation University Australia · starts Jan 2027

PhD in Philosophy in Australia: common questions

How many philosophy programs are there in Australia?

36 philosophy phd programs at 16 universities in Australia are open to international students, as of 12 October 2026.

How much does a philosophy degree in Australia cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for phd programs in philosophy in Australia is 33,208 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 29,579 USD and 47,780 USD a year.

Can I study philosophy in Australia in English?

Yes — 100% of the philosophy programs in Australia in our catalog are taught in English (36 of 36).

Are any of these philosophy programs available online?

2 of the 36 programs in Australia are delivered online or by distance learning.