Research
Swinburne qualifications are highly regarded and research positions are prized by the academic community.
Swinburne offers a number of Scholarships to PhD and Masters by research candidates.
Step 1 - Making Sure You Qualify
To qualify for candidature for higher degree by research, you must have completed at least four years (or equivalent) of tertiary education studies at a high level of achievement. For example:
- A four year degree (e.g. Engineering, Information Technology, Education)
- A three year degree and an Honours year
- A three year degree and one year of a Masters by coursework
- A three year course and one year of a Masters preliminary or other qualifying program
- A three year degree and a postgraduate diploma
Plus students must demonstrate English Language proficiency: IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0; OR, a TOEFL (Paper-based) minimum score of 575 (with Test of Written English (TWE) score of 5); OR, a TOEFL (Internet-based) (IBT) minimum score of 85 with no band less than 18, or two years full-time equivalent formal study in English.
If you are already studying a Masters degree and wish to convert to a PhD, you will only be considered for a scholarship for a PhD program after advice from the Department of Education Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR).
Step 2 - Areas of Research
Consult our key areas of research to determine whether Swinburne covers your area of research interest.
Step 3 - Complete and Submit the Candidature Form
Submit this form to Swinburne International:
By mail or courier:
Swinburne International
PO Box 218 Hawthorn
Victoria AUSTRALIA 3122
Ph: +61 3 8676 7002
By fax:
Facsimile: +61 3 9818 3648
(Remember to mail the original application and supporting documents to Swinburne International office at the address above.)
In person:
Swinburne International
Level 1, Swinburne Place, West Building
Hawthorn, Victoria 3122
By email:
You can scan your application forms in and email them to us.
