The Faculty of Science Engineering and Built Environment is ready to support your research journey. Join Deakin’s renowned multidisciplinary faculty and access world-leading facilities and research teams to solve some of the most complicated challenges in science, engineering and built environment. We’re involved in national and international projects and are proud of our partnerships with industry, community and government organisations.
At Deakin we're known as creators and innovators. We develop our ideas through exploration, testing and challenge, and translate and apply them to deliver impact. Begin your research journey by reviewing the comprehensive list of research projects available for prospective research candidates.
Research projects 2024: School of Architecture and Built environment (PDF, 525.4KB)
Research projects 2024: School of Engineering (PDF, 703.7KB)
Research projects 2024: School of Information Technology (PDF, 1.1MB)
Research projects 2024: School of Life and Environmental Sciences (PDF, 762.5KB)
Complete an expression of interest and we’ll assess if you’re eligible to study a research degree or PhD. Before you submit, check if you meet the entry requirements. If supervision is available, we’ll issue you a formal invitation to submit an online application.
We have research opportunities across a range of fields, including architecture, construction management, biology, environmental sciences, information technology and more. With flexible start dates and multiple locations, you’ll access world-class facilities that will support you to make an original contribution to your field of research.
Master of Architecture (Research)
Master of Construction Management (Research)
Master of Science (Biology and Chemistry Sciences)
When you undertake a PhD with us, you’ll have access to world-class facilities and supervisors, the opportunity to connect with industry partners and work with a collaborative community that supports multidisciplinary research. This combination will support you to make an original, significant contribution to knowledge in your chosen field.
Doctor of Philosophy (Architecture and Built Environment)
Doctor of Philosophy (Biology and Chemistry)
Doctor of Philosophy (Environmental Science)
Our Cotutelle PhD initiative allows candidates to co-enrol at two universities in different countries, conducting research under a jointly supervised doctoral program with dual awards while being immersed in diverse research. The potential networking opportunities set you up for a truly global career. The program includes a scholarship, tuition fee waiver and funding to cover return airfare to travel between Deakin and the partner institution.
Deakin is ranked in the top 1% of universities for global research impact. Work alongside Australia's best researchers and make a valuable contribution in the field of science, engineering or built environment.
Our academic supervisors are leaders in their fields with practical experience and extensive industry connections. Whether you want to work with leading organisations, universities or governments, we’ve got research degrees to enable you to become a recognised expert.
Whatever your journey into research looks like, whether you plan to undertake a research degree or PhD, check out the minimum entry requirements to ensure you can express your interest in study with us.
To be eligible to apply for a masters by research, you must demonstrate research ability. This includes:
If you haven’t completed a prior research project, you must submit additional evidence of demonstrated equivalent prior learning and research experience.
To be eligible to apply for a PhD, you must meet the following minimum entry requirements:
A scholarship can help you to reach your full potential and enrich your capacity for research innovation. Our research degree and PhD scholarships support you during your studies and can cover tuition fees, overseas student health cover, living allowances and more. Explore the scholarship opportunities that you may be eligible for:
With a passion for biomedical engineering, Dr Bipasha’s PhD research could change people’s lives using wearable technology.
Anne’s PhD will enable society to respond more effectively to the impact of humans on our ecosystems.
Kira’s PhD is developing modernised technology to improve our ability to detect airborne allergies.
Hear firsthand from graduates, current candidates and supervisors about the value of a Deakin PhD.
You’ll open a world of opportunity with Deakin research. Our experts are translating high-quality research into powerful solutions, policies and capabilities. Guided by our five impact themes, help us solve some of the biggest, most complex global challenges.
Ready to learn from and be inspired by the biggest names in your field? We’re keen to hear from you today.
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