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PhDs and research master's degrees

Follow your passion for research with a PhD or MPhil at UQ.

UQ is one of Australia's top performing research-intensive universities and we're the number 1 recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally. Our researchers are the brightest minds in their field, working everyday to change the world. Embark on your research journey at UQ and join a renowned research community.

Your research journey start here

Before you begin, check your eligibility for a research degree. Then either find a researcher to supervise your own research project and apply for a scholarship, or join one of our funded projects with scholarship support.

Find a research degree

Discover what program will suit your research project, check your eligibility and the entry requirements.

Check your eligibility

Find a project

Search hundreds of funded research projects across a variety of fields. These projects generally have supervisory and scholarship support.

See available projects

Find a supervisor

Find a research expert in your field to advise and guide you through your research project.

Find a UQ researcher

Find a scholarship

Find a scholarship that will provide you the financial support you need to focus on your research project.

Browse scholarships

Why research with us

Learn more about research at UQ, our world-class facilities and how we can help you create change. 

Why research at UQ

How to apply

Follow your passion, prepare an application and begin your research journey.

Start your application

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