Thinking of a career in clinical or academic research? Interested in pursuing research in mental health, cancer and palliative care, child health, emergency nursing, acute care or pain assessment and management?
Our PhD and Master of Philosophy programs offer these opportunities, and if you are a nurse or other health professional we encourage you to contact us to discuss your research ideas.
We are one of Australia's leading centres in nursing research, and part of a leading international university with a tradition of excellence in research and research training. Our strong research culture fosters students' academic and personal growth. Graduate research at Melbourne can broaden your career pathways, developing you as a researcher and enhancing your leadership opportunties in your specialty practice area.
Entry to a research degree requires prior research experience, equivalent to 25 per cent of a year's assessment at fourth year level or higher. These include an honours year, a masters degree or other eqivalent qualifications such as postgraduate diplomas. Please see the Admission requirements page or contact our Student and Research Programs Manager, Dr Monica Wehner.