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Research degrees
#5 in Australia for research quality
Join Deakin’s world-class research community and advance your career with a research degree or PhD.
Why choose Deakin?
With exceptional research facilities, internationally recognised supervisors and tailored support to help you grow as a researcher, you’ll have everything you need to deliver outstanding outcomes and shape the future of your field.
Industry-level facilities
Our facilities and infrastructure drive innovation across fields – from cutting-edge battery technology to environmental science, business and law.
Outstanding supervisors
Collaborate with seasoned experts who are leaders in their fields and passionate about guiding the next generation of researchers.
Supportive community
Access professional development, training and dedicated assistance for both domestic and international graduate researchers. We help you settle in and thrive.
Preparing your application
Follow all the steps to get your application ready for a research degree or PhD at Deakin. We’ll support you along the way.
#5 in Australia for research quality
#6 leading research institution in Australia
World-leading carbon fibre facility
Australia's largest applied AI Initiative
#207 university worldwide
#3 in Victoria for scientific impact
Ready to start your journey with us?
Take the next step towards your research career. Explore our research degrees and areas of interest, understand entry requirements, and get guidance to prepare a competitive application.
Search our degrees and interest areas to find the right fit for you.
With over 2,000 experts across every discipline, you’ll find someone who shares your vision.
Learn about the requirements you’ll need to start your degree including visas and English language.
Find out how much your tuition will cost and the different scholarship options to support your studies.
Explore why international students choose to study a research degree at Deakin.
Get the support your need during your degree
From day one through to completion, you’ll access comprehensive support built around your development as a researcher. This includes personalised learning plans, discipline-specific training and real-world placements to expand your skills and professional network.
Meet our graduate researchers
Hear from two graduate researchers who share their experiences of studying a research degree – from following their passions to finding fantastic support from supervisors and the research community.
Bipasha Kashyap: PhD candidate
Bipasha shares her passion for making a difference in people’s lives through biomedical engineering.
Alistair Macauley: PhD candidate
Alistair shares his positive PhD experience, from incredible support from staff to flexible working arrangements.