Join one of our world-renowned research groups, work with state-of-the-art equipment, and soak up all the professional development opportunities and international connections that come with studying at Australia's leading university.

With six schools to choose from (BioSciences, Chemistry, Ecosystem and Forest Sciences, Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics and Physics) and more than 500 academic researchers to work with, you’re sure to find a team and a PhD project that will suit you.

Your entry to a research career

If you’re thinking about a research career, but aren’t ready to commit to a PhD, the MPhil gives you the perfect introduction to university-based science research.

Not just a researcher

The Melbourne experience enables our graduates to become specialists within their field, leaders in communities, attuned to cultural diversity and active global citizens.