PhD and research degrees

PhD and research degrees



A research degree is a postgraduate degree completed by research alone and leads to either a Master or Doctoral degree award. The work involved is largely undertaken independently and the study is supervised by at least two supervisors

  • Research training

    Macquarie University is investing in developing top researchers and we invite you to join us as we lift research training in Australia.

  • Explore research degrees

    A research degree is a postgraduate degree completed by research alone and leads to either a Master or Doctoral degree award. The work involved is largely undertaken independently and the study is supervised by at least two supervisors.

  • Areas of research

    Macquarie University's researchers address many of the really big, important questions facing the world and do so with enthusiasm and excellence that is recognised nationally and internationally.

  • Cotutelle and international opportunities

    Spread your wings internationally and gain a research experience like no other. Macquarie’s global perspective is at the heart of everything we do.

  • findasupervisor

    Find a supervisor

    Before students are accepted and enrolled as higher degree by research (HDR) candidates, it is essential prospective candidates and their potential supervisors have discussed the proposed topic of the research.

  • Fees and costs

    Fees and costs vary depending on whether you are a domestic or international student

  • Scholarships

    Scholarships for Higher Degree Research (HDR) at Macquarie University are available for specific projects or in the general scholarship main rounds.

  • How to apply

    Discover everything you need to know about applying for PhD and research degrees at Macquarie

Content owner: Graduate Research Academy Last updated: 02 Aug 2021 7:50am

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