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Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander higher degree by research applicants
Why study a higher degree by research (HDR) with us?
Higher degree by research (HDR) programs at UQ include the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and the Doctor of Veterinary Clinical Science. HDR students produce new knowledge and expertise that is innovative, relevant and progressive.
Questions?
The Indigenous Researcher Development team is here to help. Email ird@uq.edu.au and we'll get right back to you.
Are you eligible?
We recognise that you may have work or educational experience that make you suitable for a HDR.
If you have any of the below we encourage you to apply.
Scholarships
Find a scholarship to support you. In addition to tuition scholarship, you'll get a $42K living stipend each year.
You can apply at any time for these scholarships. However, please try to apply at least 2 to 3 months before the research quarter in which you hope to start, to ensure there is enough time for a committee to review your application.
Find your research degree
To discover more about our HDRs, explore our programs.
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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
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Doctor of Veterinary Clinical Science
Get support
Your time at UQ will offer you support to excel. From scholarships to application support, we're here to help.
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Application support
We can help you with your application or any questions you may have about research at UQ.
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Pathways to research
Read the stories and experiences of fellow Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander HDR students.