Higher degrees by research

While many organisations engage in research, universities have a unique responsibility to provide research training. Higher degree by research programs encourage the development of independent research skills in candidates. These skills include the ability to formulate a significant research problem, the ability to relate the research to the broader framework of knowledge in the area, and the mastery of appropriate skills to tackle the problem. The results of the research are usually incorporated into a thesis which is submitted for examination.

Before you apply

1. Identify a potential research area related to the research interests of our staff .

2. Identify a potential supervisor.

See Research interests of staff and higher degree by research topics.

3. Contact the Associate Head of School (Research), who can advise you about research opportunities with the School.

You must provide:

• A copy of your CV
• A document describing your previous research experience, including refereed publications, research chapters or research theses you have written
• Copies of academic transcripts
• Name(s) of staff with relevant research interests, and
• A 2-3 page document describing the topic you would like to study, the gaps in our knowledge that your research will fill and how you intend to research this topic
• If your first language is not English, evidence that you have achieved an overall IELTS level of 7 and above, with each component at the 6.5 level or above.

If everything is satisfactory then we would like to arrange for you to meet your prospective supervisor in person or by phone or Skype.

For information about applications and Scholarships, please see  http://www.deakin.edu.au/future-students/research/