Monash Arts PhD program

Make a significant contribution with our traditional or practice-based Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs, inspired by brilliant minds.

At the core of our PhD degrees is the Arts Advantage PhD program: a customisable, innovative program specially designed for PhD candidates who want to pioneer the change-making research in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences that will make our world a better place for all.

PhD Degree offerings

PhD (Arts)

Contribute to the global knowledge bank of your chosen research topic through a research thesis and professional development units.
Practice-based PhDs

For creative research projects that can be experienced. Choose yours through Translation Studies, Creative Writing, Theatre & Performance or Music.
Joint PhDs

Join with one of our international partner institutions to undertake your research and study.

Download the Arts Graduate Research Course Guide which provides details for all of our offerings.