Become world-ready, from wherever you are in the world, with a UTS PhD by distance mode.
If your research is based internationally but you want access to UTS's world-leading researchers and reputation, you've been required to complete a PhD for your career but you don't want to relocate, or you want to expand your global networks to create real-world research impact, the PhD by distance mode might be right for you.
A UTS PhD by distance mode empowers you to develop your future as a researcher in a global context—all without applying for a visa or subletting your apartment.
What you can expect
- full enrolment as a PhD student at UTS
- supervision and mentorship from a panel of experts
- administrative support and guidance from your faculty
- PhD from a Top 100 global university
- access to UTS online facilities and resources
- high-quality research training and professional skills development
Study requirements
The study expectations of PhD by distance mode students are the same as on-campus students. This means that you will:
- need to meet the same admissions requirements, including English-language proficiency
- be supported by a panel of supervisors
- complete any mandatory coursework
- go through the same candidature stage assessments as other PhDs from your faculty
- be subject to the same student rules that govern PhD study at UTS
- have the same expected timelines for your study as other PhD students
- be liable for the same course fees as other international students unless you are assessed as eligible for a tuition fee scholarship
Support and development
As a fully-enrolled UTS student, you’ll have access to a variety of forms of support for your research, your professional development as a researcher, and your own health and wellbeing, including:
- UTS Library’s extensive digital catalogue and one-on-one researcher support
- online skills development workshops and training modules, including in areas like research writing, software training, and project management
- personalised advice from UTS Careers and access to online resources
- inclusion in the online research student Teams channel
Find more information about the support available to you as a distance mode PhD student (PDF, 0.8MB). Please note that not all benefits available to on-campus students exist in digital form or translate to distance study.
Find out more:
Distance mode is available for international students. Read all admissions requirements →
There are scholarships that can help with fees. Find out more about the costs of a PhD by distance →
Ready for the next steps? Explore the application process →