Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander higher degree by research applicants

Build your skill base, make change in your chosen field and enhance your career prospects in industry and academia.

Build Indigenous voices in academia and contribute to Indigenous research methodologies, assisting Indigenous communities in diverse ways.

People with a PhD generally earn more over their lifetime and have a higher rate of employment, compared with people who do not hold this degree.

Work experience at a senior level of at least 5 years with evidence that you've:

• planned and executed a project
• produced high-level written reports
• worked with a high-level of independence.

A bachelor’s degree and work experience of at least 2 years with evidence that you've:

• planned and executed a project
• worked with a high-level of independence.

A bachelor’s degree with honours from approved universities, which should include a relevant research component.

At least 2 years’ work experience in your proposed field of study and a supporting Graduate Certificate.

You're also able to apply if you meet any of the other entry criteria outlined under the HDR program entry requirements.

View programs and eligibility criteria

Applications will be assessed against the program applied for.

• Applicants may be provided with an alternative program offer depending on their qualifications and experience.
• Students who have applied for a PhD, but have been offered entry in to a MPhil, may be able to transfer to a PhD at a later date based on the completion of key milestones.