Research programs: how to apply
Applying for a research course at Sydney is a four-step process:
1. Academic qualifications
To apply for a higher degree by research (HDR), which includes our MPhil and PhD courses, you must have completed an honours degree, as master's by research degree or a master's by coursework program with a minor thesis component.
2. Find a supervisor
Visit Research Supervisor Connect , which lists all University research opportunities currently accepting new students.
Search through more than 1000 research opportunities, read about supervisors’ areas of interest and expertise, and make initial contact with them.
3. Research proposal
After finding a potential supervisor, you must develop and submit a research proposal. The supervisor will read and comment on your proposal, and indicate if they are willing to supervise you before you submit your application.
4. Submit an application
Once you have refined your research proposal, you must complete an application form and submit it to the relevant faculty office.
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How much it costs
The Research Training Scheme (RTS) provides HECS exemptions for Commonwealth-funded higher degree by research (HDR) students for the duration of an accredited HDR course, up to a maximum of four years full-time equivalent study for a doctorate by research (including a professional doctorate which meets the research program criteria), and two years full-time equivalent study for a master's by resaerch. RTS students may be enrolled full time or part time.