PhD applications are encouraged for a Semester 1 start (Semester 2 cohorts will be considered on a year-by-year basis). Applications must be complete with all required documentation and referee reports by the relevant deadlines in order to be assessed. Please keep in mind deadlines for various funding schemes may be earlier than the deadlines listed in the timeline below.
Prospective students must allow adequate time to explore potential supervisors, develop and revise a research proposal, and for assessment of their application. We suggest commencing this process 3 to 6 months ahead of any scholarship or admissions deadlines. An Expression of Interest is required a minimum of 6 weeks ahead of an admissions decision.
2024 commencement timeline
Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) application deadline:
Domestic Semester 1: 31 October 2023
Domestic Semester 2: 15 Apr 2024
International Semester 1: 31 Aug 2023
International Semester 2: 15 Apr 2024
RegNet application deadline
Domestic Semester 1: 31 October 2023
Domestic Semester 2: 15 Apr 2024
International Semester 1: 31 October 2023
International Semester 2: 15 Apr 2024
RegNet commencement deadline
Domestic Semester 1: ~Feb 2024
Domestic Semester 2: ~Jul 2024
International Semester 1: ~Feb 2024
International Semester 2: ~Jul 2024