Program Overview

Doctor of Philosophy - Science

The Doctor of Philosophy - Science is a graduate research program offered by the University of Melbourne, ranked as the number one university in Australia and number 19 in the world.

Course Details

• Course code: DR-PHILSCI
• Duration: 4 years full-time, 8 years part-time
• Location: On campus (Parkville)
• Intake: Flexible

Overview

This program allows students to join one of the world-renowned research groups, work with state-of-the-art equipment, and engage in professional development opportunities and international connections. With many research disciplines to choose from, including:

• Ecosystem Sciences
• BioSciences
• Chemistry
• Geography
• Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
• Mathematics and Statistics
• Physics students can find a team and a PhD project that suits their interests.

Global Opportunities

The program offers joint PhD opportunities with top research institutions overseas, in addition to the University of Melbourne's leading PhD program.

Industry Connections

To prepare students for their post-PhD career, the program provides the opportunity to complete a 3-6 month industry placement through the Specialist Certificate in Research Practice for Scientists.

Program Outcomes

The Melbourne experience enables graduates to become specialists within their field, leaders in communities, attuned to cultural diversity, and active global citizens.

Related Study Areas

• Agricultural and veterinary sciences
  • Agricultural sciences
  • Bioinformatics
  • Biological sciences
  • Biomedical sciences
• Chemistry
• Computer science
• Conservation
• Data and analytics
• Data science
• Earth and environmental sciences
• Energy
• Engineering
• Environment
• Environmental engineering
• Environmental law, policy and sustainability
• Food science
• Geography
• Health
• Health sciences
• Information systems
• Information technology and computer science
• Mathematics and statistics
• Physics
• Science
• Veterinary science

Fees

The program offers Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) places.