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Guide · updated September 2026

Best Universities for a PhD Degree in Australia

We compared 21 universities in Australia — typical tuition is ₹9.6 L a year.

Universities21
Typical tuition₹9.6 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹5.7 L – ₹19.9 Llowest course fee
Cities15

Top 21 — Best Universities for a PhD Degree in Australia

Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 21 here have one), then the rest by number of courses offered.

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At a glance

The first 8 side by side.

UniversityCityWorld rankTuition fromCourses
The University of Western Australia Perth, Western Australia ₹5.97 L 30
Australian Catholic University Brisbane ₹14.1 L
Australian Graduate School of Management Kensington ₹15 L
Bond University Gold Coast ₹17.5 L
Charles Darwin University Darwin ₹10.7 L
Charles Sturt University Sydney ₹10.5 L
Edith Cowan University Perth ₹6.2 L
Excelsia College Port Macquarie ₹8.3 L

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities in Australia?

Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are The University of Western Australia, Australian Catholic University, Australian Graduate School of Management, Bond University, Charles Darwin University. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.

How much does it cost to study in Australia?

Across 21 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹9.6 L a year, ranging from ₹5.7 L to ₹19.9 L. Living costs are extra.

Which is the cheapest university in Australia?

The University of Melbourne has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹5.7 L a year.

How many universities are covered?

21 universities match this guide; the top 21 are shown.

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