Application: Step 3
Complete an application form
If you have been successful in gaining the support of a supervisor through your enquiries, you are now ready to make a formal application. Please note that support from a supervisor does not guarantee admission, nor does it guarantee a scholarship or financial support.
Application procedures
Please use the contact details for the appropriate faculty or graduate school on the previous page if you need more information on application procedures or on how to prepare your application.
Application forms
| Local applicants | International applicants |
|---|---|
PhD and MPhil | All graduate research programs |
Professional doctorates and other masters by research programsApplications for professional doctorates and masters by research (other than MPhil) are managed by individual faculties and graduate schools. | Useful information for International Applicants |
Local ScholarshipsLocal students must apply for a graduate research scholarship through the Melbourne Scholarships Office. How to apply for a gradaute research scholarship - local students | International ScholarshipsInternational students are automatically considered for a range of scholarships once they have an unconditional offer for study. About gradaute research scholarships for international students |
Inter-university PhD partnership programs
French-Australian PhD in Cotutelle
The French-Australian PhD in Cotutelle program offers approved PhD students joint supervision by academics from the University of Melbourne and a nominated French University. Find out more about the French-Australian Cotutelle program.
Malaysian split PhD program
Applications are now open for potential candidates interested in undertaking a split PhD program at The University of Melbourne which is sponsored by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education. Staff members of any Malaysian university are eligible to apply. Find out more about the Malaysian split PhD program.