Overview
With six schools to choose from (BioSciences, Chemistry, Ecosystem and Forest Sciences, Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics and Physics) and more than 500 academic researchers to work with, you’re sure to find a team and a PhD project that will suit you.
Not just a researcher
- The University of Melbourne experience enables our Science graduates to become specialists within their field, leaders in communities, attuned to cultural diversity, and active global citizens.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- In addition to our own leading PhD program, we also offer several joint PhD opportunities, where you can conduct your research at both the University of Melbourne and a top research institution overseas.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 96 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Materials Science Natural Sciences View 20 other PhDs in Natural Sciences in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A 4-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline, including a substantial research component (equivalent to at least 25 per cent of 1 year of full-time study), with a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 75 per cent in your final year subjects or equivalent, or
- A masters degree in a relevant discipline, including a substantial research component (equivalent to at least 25 per cent of 1 year of full-time study), with a WAM of at least 75 per cent or equivalent, or
- A qualification and professional experience considered to be equivalent.
- CRICOS code: 056958E
Tuition Fee
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International
50880 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 50880 GBP per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Melbourne
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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