Overview

Write an 80,000 words thesis under academic supervision, which examines a specific problem, issue or topic. You’ll make a significant and original contribution to an existing area of knowledge in your field of study

Gain specialist support

While researching for your thesis, you will be able to access specialist support for graduate research Veterinary Science degree students at University of Melbourne , including: lectures and seminars, writing boot camps and workshops.

Programme Structure

Specialise in a key research area

veterinary biosciences

animal sciences - health and welfare

and infectious diseases - public health and biosecurity

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Veterinary Medicine View 4 other PhDs in Veterinary Medicine in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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 four-year bachelor degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and have achieved a minimum weighted average of 75% in the final year subjects or (University of Melbourne) equivalent. (Note: applicants who have completed professional degrees such as a BVSc or DVM will be assessed individually); or

a masters degree in a relevant discipline which includes a substantial research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study and achieved a minimum weighted average of 75%; or

a qualification and professional experience considered to be equivalent;

and

a research proposal

referee reports (except for applications who have graduated from the University of Melbourne within the last five years); and

the endorsement of a prospective supervisor

meeting these requirements does not guarantee selection.

CRICOS code: 056965F

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 AUD per year during 48 months.
National

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 AUD per year during 48 months.

Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) funded: domestic students are exempt from paying tuition fees.

Living costs for Melbourne

1501 - 2659 AUD /month

Living costs

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

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Veterinary Science.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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