How to Apply for a PhD Degree
It is recommended that prospective applicants begin planning at least five months in advance. This timeline applies to all applicants, including those seeking an offer letter for LPDP, IIDSP, or other external scholarships.
A well-prepared application starts before you open the form. Work through the steps below to get ready.
1. Prepare your PhD application
The application form will ask you to provide a statement of expertise and motivation and a research proposal. In this section of the application form, please clearly indicate your intended research focus and demonstrate your understanding of the area.
You will continue to work with your supervisor to develop your research in detail once a supervisory arrangement is confirmed.
2. Gather your documents
In your application please ensure to include all documentation that demonstrates you meet the English language proficiency requirements, relevant academic background and - where applicable - any prior research experience, including journal articles and conference papers.
*Please note that applicants who are required to submit a valid English Language Proficiency certificate but do not provide one as part of their application will receive an automatic rejection from the system.
3. Submit your application
Once you have identified a supervisor, defined your research area and gathered all your relevant documents, you are ready to submit your application.
This is done directly through the central My.App portal. Before you begin, review the Application Submission Guide for a full list of required supporting documentation.