latrobe.edu.au/study/international A very warm Contents welcome

When you come to La Trobe, you will be joining a leading About La Trobe / 2 research institution ranked in the top 350 of global in the 2016 Academic Ranking of World Universities. We are Explore La Trobe / 4 a known for our modern, vibrant research culture – one that values academic freedom, attracts and retains Our research areas / exceptional staff and students, cuts across traditional disciplinary 6 boundaries to address global issues, and fosters the very best research. The right research degree for you / 8 Our five cross-cutting Research Focus Areas build on our Find a supervisor / 9 established strengths and our world-class infrastructure to address some of the most pressing global issues of our time: Get the right support / 10 securing food, water and the environment; sport, exercise and rehabilitation; understanding disease; building healthy Our research facilities / 12 communities; and transforming human societies. This International Research Guide provides you with 2017 research degrees / 14 an introduction to our research facilities and the academic support that is available to you at La Trobe. This includes Fees and scholarships / 18 the Research Education and Development (RED) unit, which supports researcher capacity building and provides How to apply / 19 a range of professional development opportunities, including career development skills for industry engagement and Research highlights / 20 entrepreneurship, media training, and critical thinking. Our Graduate Research School will support you through your studies, and connects graduate researchers with industry mentors to provide valuable work experience, giving you the greatest chance of employment following completion of your studies. Thank you for choosing .

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La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science (main image) LIMS has in-house facilities for bioinformatics, flow cytometry, microscopy, genomics, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and mass spectrometry. It additionally houses inductively coupled plasma (ICP) equipment, atomic absorption spectrometer (AAS), X-Ray diffractometer, crystallography, and laser research.

Professor Keith Nugent David Myers (left image) Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research) Founding Vice-Chancellor of La Trobe University. Each year the University offers the highest University- ranked applicants for a postgraduate research scholarship in each College the David Myers Research Scholarship. Find out more: latrobe.edu.au/research/future/costs-scholarships/named-scholarships

Library Facilities (right image) Our library spaces are lively, engaging, informal places and a place for our researches to discover, collaborate and connect, with workshop, data visualisation and presentation opportunities. Left to right: Katherine Arditto () Dang Manh Dao (Vietnam), Tu Thanh Tran (Vietnam), Mara Pho (Cambodia)

ii International Research 2017 La Trobe University 1 The wedge-tailed eagle (Aquila audax) is one of the world’s largest. For the Wurundjeri People, traditional owners of the land where our About Campus is located, the wedge-tailed eagle is known as Bunjil. The eagle gives guidance to those in need.

‘Whenever there’s a fearsome time, or a time of doubt, or you’re not sure La Trobe of which way to go or what you should do, most times an eagle will feature.’ – Aunty Joy Murphy Wandin, Senior Elder of the Wurundjeri People.

The eagle represents knowledge, wisdom and leadership. You can Since opening our doors in 1967, we’ve built a reputation for see one of these majestic animals at Healesville sanctuary or around combining academic excellence with an enduring social conscience. the You Yangs in . By choosing La Trobe, you’re choosing to get real-world experience, gain a global perspective and study alongside people who are pushing the boundaries of knowledge.

La Trobe University has achieved its

highest ever In the 2015 Excellence in Research for Australia Report, La Trobe We’ve invested more than University was one of only three academic Victorian universities that achieved The 2015 Excellence in Research for A$500 Australia Report placed us as one ranking of Australia’s only two universities More than well above million La Trobe University is ranked in the of world into world‑class centres for learning for research 36 000 world and research, including the La Trobe that achieved above or well top 400 students study with us, including universities Institute for Molecular Science (LIMS) above world standard as rated for by all three major ranking agencies: over 8 000 international students making us one of the most improved standard and the Centre for AgriBioscience seven different fields of research the QS, the Times Higher Education from 110 countries. universities in Australia.* based on 19 fields of research. (AgriBio). in Biological Sciences. and the ARWU.

* Source: Academic Ranking of World Universities 2016 (shanghairanking.com)

2 International Research 2017 La Trobe University 3 About La Trobe

We’re named after We were the , third the first Superintendent of the Port Phillip District from 1839 to 1850, and the first Lieutenant-Governor of the new colony of Victoria from 1851 to 1854. university to open in Victoria.

We have over In 2017 we celebrate our 1 700 50th anniversary. graduate research students.

Research Flagship facilities

La Trobe has researchers In the 2016 Academic Ranking We’ve invested more than working in of World Universities (ARWU) La Trobe was ranked in the A$500 Explore La Trobe 45 specific top 350 million disciplines in new world-class centres of where Excellence in Research for of global learning and research, including: Australia ranked us at or above ––the A$288 million Centre for La Trobe was founded on the belief that a university should world standard. universities Agribioscience (AgriBio), be useful to the communities it serves. We are proud to have been a world-class facility for agricultural biosciences research one of Australia’s pioneering universities for nearly 50 years. and development In the 2015 Excellence in Research for Australia Report, La Trobe was the ––the A$94 million La Trobe only Australian university rated ‘well above world standard’ in three separate Institute for Molecular Science (LIMS) research centre, fields for accommodating more than 400 researchers agricultural and veterinary ––La Trobe’s Wildlife Sanctuary on A La Trobe degree is more than just the Melbourne Campus, boasting a piece of paper – it’s the mark of someone sciences research. numerous indigenous plants and with the skills and experience to make animals from kangaroos to emus. a difference and tackle the big issues of our time.

Graduates 170 000+ We enable students to Graduates students build include have graduated from La Trobe. the skills CEOs of some of Australia’s most that attract the best employers. prominent organisations, as well as parliamentarians, human rights activists, medical researchers and Olympians.

4 International Research 2017 La Trobe University 5 Our research excellence

At La Trobe, we are globally recognised for our excellence, creativity and innovation The research supervision here in taking on the big issues of our time. Research excellence is one of our main strengths, is much better than any I have and we excel in our chosen areas of research focus. had elsewhere. My supervisor Dr Robert Horvath has been What can I research? the most amazing support and After you commence your candidature, you can choose to research in a broad mentor in this whole process. range of areas, including our five Research He is always listening carefully Focus Areas (RFAs) that address some of the most important questions facing and providing guidance whenever human societies and the environment. I have encountered trouble. In addition to our RFAs, we have six Disciplinary Research Programs (DRPs), and a range of specialist Research Centres. I spent the whole of 2015 Find out more: primarily in Kazakhstan and latrobe.edu.au/research Tajikistan, on a La Trobe- supported fieldwork trip. I really enjoyed being in the field; Research Focus Areas (RFAs) that has been the best part of my candidature yet. What keeps Building healthy me motivated is the belief that Sport, exercise and rehabilitation communities the knowledge I create now may We focus on research that improves one day be utilised to facilitate Our research into human movement and sport science is renowned and we have access to high-quality services some of the world’s best researchers in exercise physiology, physiotherapy, nutrition, and tackles challenges such as the democratic development in the sports medicine and sport management. ageing population, chronic disease Republic of Kazakhstan. We use sport, exercise and rehabilitation to improve overall health, reduce the and mental health issues. We have burden of disease, improve the performance of elite athletes and enable more an international reputation for our Australians to live longer and stronger. research on health and wellbeing.

Securing food, Transforming Understanding water and the human societies disease environment La Trobe has a long-standing La Trobe is in a strong position commitment to understanding to contribute to the move towards Urgent action is required to secure national and global problems. personalised medicine. We develop our future on a planet that is facing Our research confronts social diagnostic tools for genetic diseases enormous pressure. We’re using our challenges such as human rights, and help understand the origins world-class facilities and expertise migration, sustainable development, of acquired diseases such as cancer, in agricultural biotechnology, inequality, Indigenous issues and heart disease and diabetes. Our direct ecological science and water policy rapid economic and political change links to clinics and clinicians means to protect primary producers and works to create a just and that our findings can be quickly Mia Tarp Hansen and resources, while securing our sustainable future. passed on to the broader community. environment for future generations. PhD in Political Science ‘Civil Society in the Republic of Kazakhstan’ Denmark

6 International Research 2017 La Trobe University 7 The right research Find a degree for you supervisor

La Trobe University offers graduate researchers four types Undertaking graduate research study under the supervision of the right of research degree, depending on your goals, and your educational academic supervisors can be the and professional background. difference between successfully completing to a high standard and missing out. At La Trobe we recognise that the relationships you develop with your supervisors will continue long after you complete your studies and throughout your professional career. This is why it is critical that you are matched with supervisors who share your Doctor of Philosophy Master’s degree Professional Doctorate passion for your chosen field of research, (PhD) by Research and can guide your development from the This type of degree consists of coursework beginning of your degree to completion. The award of a PhD degree depends The award of the degree depends (one third) and research elements (two All prospective international graduate on the examination of a completed thesis on the examination of a completed thirds). The award of the degree depends researchers must make contact with of typically 80 000 words or less – although thesis of typically 50 000 words on both coursework results and the a prospective supervisor before they there can be differences depending or less. The designated maximum period examination of a completed research can lodge an application for candidature. on your field of research. The designated of study is two years full-time and thesis of typically 60 000 words or less. maximum period of study is four years candidates must gain through their The designated maximum period of study To help you find a research supervisor I work as an English lecturer full-time, and candidates must gain through studies, and demonstrate in their thesis, is four years full-time, and candidates and reach agreement for supervision, back in Vietnam, so research their studies, and demonstrate in their a body of knowledge that includes the must make an original and substantial add your details to our ‘online enquiry’ thesis, a substantial body of knowledge understanding of recent developments contribution of direct relevance to their form. The enquiry will ask a series skills are critical. I pursued at the frontier of a field of work or learning, in one or more disciplines. profession (in the case of the Doctor of targeted questions about your a PhD in Australia to enhance including knowledge that constitutes of Juridical Science, a substantial and academic background and your A Master’s may be based on creative an original contribution. original contribution to knowledge in the proposed research interests, which will my knowledge and research work and its exegesis. context of professional practice). help you to locate supervision and ensure skills, and improve my English. La Trobe PhD – Find out more about our research resources are available to support your degrees by visiting: research project. La Trobe academics, Dr Donna with an industry focus latrobe.edu.au/research/future/degree latrobe.edu.au/research/future/ Starks and Dr Howard Nicholas, Our La Trobe PhD may be tailored apply/enquiry have had a profound impact on to provide candidates with more industry To help you best frame your enquiry, experience. Candidates may choose consider your proposed research topic me. They were inspiring lecturers, to undertake research projects that address in the form of a brief description of a supervisors of my minor thesis real-world challenges of critical importance couple of sentences. While research topics to an industry partner, and may complete evolve over time as candidates progress during my Master’s, and are now a two-year placement embedded within in their degree, having a clear starting supervising my PhD. I love the the partner organisation, supported point will help identify best fit supervisors by La Trobe and industry supervisors. at time of application. Melbourne Campus so much I’ve In addition, candidates will be connected to an industry mentor (a senior leader A guide on how to draft a strong research been spending more time at uni from the partner organisation), providing proposal, along with detailed information than at home! broad insight into the industry sector and on the application process, is available at: its operations. Upon completion, you will latrobe.edu.au/research/future/apply. graduate with a La Trobe PhD degree, but with the added benefits of having obtained additional industry experience.

Tu Thanh Tran PhD Vietnam

8 International Research 2017 La Trobe University 9 Research Education and Development (RED) We foster an active and collaborative research environment at La Trobe. We run an active annual program of activities that support all researchers, especially graduate research candidates and early career researchers. This support includes a suite of workshops and research development initiatives with external professionals. ––An Early Career Researcher Industry and external Programs are available in a broad range (ECR) network of areas including career development, Our Research Education and partnerships communicating your research, managing Development team consults regularly We are constantly seeking to strengthen your research, research funding and how with the ECR Network on development our external partnerships and transform to get it, research writing and publication, opportunities and provides advice, our capacity as a teaching and and commercialisation and research promotional and practical support for . entrepreneurship. focused networking events to build ECR Our focus on developing partnerships connections across the institution. Our annual special events for graduate with industry, local advocacy groups, researchers include: ––Our Intellectual Climate Fund scheme government organisations and ––3MT® encourages graduate researchers international development agencies (Three Minute Thesis Competition) to lead a range of academic, social ensures that our research has a positive Get the right support The 3MT® is a research communication and cultural activities that will impact on the community. or enhance a stimulating exercise that challenges PhD students Through our partnerships, graduate intellectual climate and supportive to present a compelling oration researchers have the opportunity network within their local graduate on their thesis topic and its significance to collaborate and gain experience with research community. in just three minutes. 3MT® develops industry through paid internships and academic, presentation and research Graduate researchers who are successful mentoring, increasing their employability communication skills, and increases receive funding to organise academic and giving them more choice in their graduate researchers’ capacity activities, such as conferences and career paths. to effectively explain their research symposia, visual exhibitions, seminars, Find out more: in language appropriate to an intelligent, master-classes and visiting speakers. but non-specialist, audience. latrobe.edu.au/researchers/grs/ industry‑community La Trobe’s Graduate ––Weekly ‘Shut Up and Write!’ Research School (SUAW) sessions These weekly facilitated writing La Trobe University is investing strongly sessions are designed to help in enhancing the University’s research researchers get their writing done! community, environment and culture. SUAW uses the Pomodoro method We continue to build our reputation of focused writing interleaved with as an institution that provides superior short breaks. support for our researchers. ––Academic Writing Month (ACWRIMO) We work to make sure our graduate La Trobe’s Academic Writing Month research candidates receive high quality (LTUacwrimo for short) is a month-long supervision and have access to a rich, well- academic write-a-thon that takes place rounded research education experience. every November. It helps candidates to think about how they write, form a valuable writing support network, build better habits for the future, and achieve tangible writing goals.

10 International Research 2017 La Trobe University 11 Gait Laboratory LIMS Bioimaging Facility Materials Science Facilities The Gait Laboratory is a state-of-the- The LIMS Microscopy and Imaging Facility The Department of Chemistry and art research facility within the College provides a broad range of confocal and Physics and Centre for Materials and of Science, Health and Engineering. electron microscopy instrumentation, Surface Science offer Australia’s most It is used to understand the structure and including specimen preparation comprehensive suite of surface science function of the musculoskeletal system, laboratories. It contains cutting-edge equipment. Contemporary surface and the causes, prevention and treatment light microscopy equipment for biological analytical techniques allow the elemental of musculoskeletal injuries and disease, imaging of live cells and high-powered composition, chemistry and molecular with a particular emphasis on lower electron microscopes for nanoscale structure of the outermost layers of solid extremity disorders and those affecting imaging of frozen and fixed samples. surfaces to be determined, in addition balance and gait. to atom-scale imaging and engineering.

Genomics Research Library research facilities Palaeoscience Laboratory Platform As a graduate research candidate, The Palaeoscience labs (including the The Genomics and Bioinformatics you will have access to purpose-built and Australian Archaeomagnetism Lab) are Research Platform provides investigators designed research areas in the Melbourne part of La Trobe University’s research with the latest in ‘next generation and Campus libraries. Research focus on the past record of human origins, Our research facilities sequencing’ capabilities to facilitate students from all campuses are welcome migrations and interactions with changing wide‑ranging research projects requiring to use these purpose-built spaces. climate and environment. They include highly detailed global DNA and RNA state-of-the-art archaeological geophysics sequence analysis. The platform and visualisation equipment and focus is supported by bioinformaticians on the origins and spread of humans La Trobe provides state-of-the-art equipment to help who provide advice on experimental and their technology throughout the methodology and interpretation globe by dating archaeological and facilitate groundbreaking research. of genomic data. fossil landscapes to understand early human biogeography. The laboratories are augmented by the Australian Palaeoanthropology and Geoarchaeology Australian Synchrotron Confocal light microscopy High Resolution Toroidal Angle-Resolving Electron Spectrometer Field School run at the early hominin site Dr Ivan Poon uses the Zeiss Cell Observer spinning disk confocal microscope for high speed 3D imaging The spectrometer is a state-of-the-art high-resolution electron detector that can be used for determining of Drimolen in South Africa. We are a foundation investor of the of living cells. the electronic states in crystalline solids and in photoelectron diffraction studies. It is being designed and built at La Trobe for use on a beamline at the Australian Synchrotron. Australian Synchrotron, based a short drive Gait Laboratory from the La Trobe’s Melbourne Campus. 3D motion analysis testing being conducted in the Gait Laboratory. Classified as the largest scientific user facility in the southern hemisphere, the Australian Synchrotron is recognised for major breakthroughs across a wide range of scientific and industrial applications, from medical research to micro- manufacturing. A number of La Trobe instruments are permanently based at the synchrotron facility.

Comprehensive Proteomics Research Platform The Proteomics Platform offers a suite of synergistic capabilities for the characterisation of proteins to address a broad variety of molecular research questions. The workflow of capabilities and expertise enables the identification and quantitation of biomolecules from complex mixtures through to structure determination and analysis of interactions, kinetics and thermodynamics. Core expertise in advanced experimental design, informatics, and data analysis underpins the three main capabilities of the platform.

12 International Research 2017 La Trobe University 13 MEL Melbourne AW - SHP CC City Campus (Collins St) 2017 BEN Bendigo MIL SYD FS City (Franklin St) Research Degrees

Course title University Degree CRICOS Degree Annual fee Campus Semester starts IELTS TOEFL PTE Academic Entry Requirements handbook type length (A$)1 (Minimum) (Minimum) code MEL BEN A-W MIL SHP SYD CC FS

College of Arts, Social Sciences and Commerce (ASSC) Full Research Degree Listing Doctor of Education RDE Professional 009388B 4 years 28 500    Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 Doctorate of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or H2A level, or approved international equivalent, plus at least three Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 years of relevant professional experience. You are also required to provide overall for SLR 18; W 23. evidence of research expertise. Doctor of Juridical Science LDSJD Professional 075399G 3 years 31 500  This program has fixed 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no A Master of Laws (LLM) from La Trobe University with a minimum B-Grade Doctorate intake dates: First semester of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill average, or an English-language LLM program from another university at an 27 February 2017, Second Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 equivalent standard, or an LLM from a non-English-language LLM program semester 24 July 2017. overall for SLR 18; W 23. at an equivalent standard, and (b) evidence of research expertise, such as: completion of a research degree (eg. a Research Masters degree); articles published in refereed journals; or a minor thesis completed within the LLM, and (c) at least two years of relevant professional experience. Doctor of Philosophy LDPH PhD 002106G 4 years 31 000  This program has fixed 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Master’s degree or Bachelo’rs degree with Honours at H1 (Business, Economics and intake dates for the business of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. You must also provide Law) school stream: First semester Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 evidence of substantial prior research expertise. 27 February 2017, Second overall for SLR 18; W 23. semester 24 July 2017. The law school stream may be commenced anytime. Doctor of Philosophy ADPH PhD 001732M 4 years 29 000      Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Master's degree or Bachelo'rs degree with Honours at H1 (Humanities and Social of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or H2A level, or approved international equivalent. You must also provide Sciences) Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 evidence of substantial prior research expertise. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Applied EDMAL Master 055078A 2 years 28 000   Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no A three or four-year Australian Bachelor's degree, or approved Linguistics by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill international equivalent. If you have a four-year Bachelor of Education, Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 an Honours degree or a relevant specialist Graduate Diploma from overall for SLR 18; W 23. a recognised university or institution, you may be eligible for 60 credit points of Advanced Standing (credit). Master of Arts AMAR Master 002093G 2 years 28 500   Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H2A level or higher, by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or approved international equivalent. If you have Honours at H2B level, Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 or equivalent, you may still be considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Arts (Business, LMAR Master 055083D 2 years 31 000   Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H2A level or higher, Economics and Law) by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or approved international equivalent. If you have Honours at H2B level, Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 or equivalent, you may still be considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Business LMBR Master 055085B 2 years 31 000   Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelor’s degree with Honours at H2A level or higher, by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or approved international equivalent. If you have Honours at H2B level, Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 or equivalent, you may still be considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Commerce LMCR Master 055086A 2 years 31 000  Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelor’s degree with Honours at H2A level or higher, by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or approved international equivalent. If you have Honours at H2B level, Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 or equivalent, you may still be considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Economics LMER Master 055087M 2 years 31 000  Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelor’s degree with Honours at H2A level or higher, by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or approved international equivalent. If you have Honours at H2B level, Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 or equivalent, you may still be considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Education EDMER Master 017544F 2 years 28 000   Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelor’s degree with Honours at H2A level or higher, by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or approved international equivalent. If you have Honours at H2B level, Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 or equivalent, you may still be considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Law LMLR Master 055091D 2 years 31 500  Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelor’s degree with Honours at H2A level or higher, by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or approved international equivalent. If you have Honours at H2B level, Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 or equivalent, you may still be considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Outdoor EMOER Master 060679M 2 years 28 000  Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelors degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, Education and Environment by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or approved international equivalent. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 or equivalent, may be considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Planning AMPRB Master 075871K 2 years 28 500  Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelor's degree in planning or international equivalent, by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill with fourth-year results equivalent to H1 or H2A or an Honours degrees Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 in related areas. If you have Honours at H2B level or equivalent, you may overall for SLR 18; W 23. still be considered in some instances. Master of Visual Arts RMVA Master 055102F 2 years 27 500   Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelor's degree in Visual Arts with Honours at H1 or H2, by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or an apporoved international equivalent, with a strong portfolio and Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 exhibition record. overall for SLR 18; W 23.

14 International Research 2017 La Trobe University 15 MEL Melbourne AW Albury-Wodonga SHP Shepparton CC City Campus (Collins St) 2017 BEN Bendigo MIL Mildura SYD Sydney FS City (Franklin St) Research Degrees

Course title University Degree CRICOS Degree Annual fee Campus Semester IELTS TOEFL PTE Academic Entry Requirements handbook type length (A$)1 starts (Minimum) (Minimum) code MEL BEN A-W MIL SHP SYD CC FS

College of Science, Health and Engineering (SHE) Full Research Degree Listing Doctor of Clinical Science HDCS Professional 054041M 4 years 33 500  1 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no Australian Master's degree or Bachelors degree with Honours at H1 or H2A (Clinical Vision Sciences) Doctorate of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill level, or approved international equivalent and at least three years of relevant Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 professional experience. You must also provide evidence of substantial overall for SLR 18; W 23. research expertise. Doctor of Clinical Science HDCS Professional 054041M 4 years 33 500  1 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 (Occupational Therapy) Doctorate of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or H2A level, or approved international equivalent, plus at least three years Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 of relevant professional experience. You are also required to provide evidence overall for SLR 18; W 23. of research expertise. Doctor of Clinical Science HDCS Professional 054041M 4 years 33 500  1 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 (Prosthetics and Orthotics) Doctorate of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill or H2A level, or approved international equivalent, plus at least three years Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 of relevant professional experience. You are also required to provide evidence overall for SLR 18; W 23. of research expertise. Doctor of Nursing HDNR Professional 024379M 4 years 32 500   1 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with Honours at H1 or H2A Doctorate of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill level, or approved international equivalent, plus at least three years of relevant Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 professional experience. Applicants are also required to provide evidence of overall for SLR 18; W 23. research expertise. This course is not open to international inbound students, though is open to off-shore students if they meet the entry requirements. Doctor of Philosophy HDPH PhD 006629C 4 years 33 500     Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Master’s degree or Bachelo’rs degree with Honours at H1 or H2A (Health Sciences) of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill level, or approved international equivalent. You must also provide evidence Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 of substantial prior research expertise. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Doctor of Philosophy SDPH PhD 072940D 4 years 33 500    Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Master’s degree or Bachelo’rs degree with Honours at H1 or H2A (Science) of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill level, or approved international equivalent. You must also provide evidence Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 of substantial prior research expertise. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Doctor of Physiotherapy HDP Professional 029306K 4 years 33 000  1, 2 7.0 no band Minimum score of 600 (minimum score 72 with no A four-year Bachelor of Physiotherapy, or equivalent, and eligibility for Doctorate under 7.0 of 6 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill registration as a physiotherapist in Victoria. You must have an Australian Master’s Minimum score of 94 with minimum score less than 68 degree or Bachelor’s degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved overall for SLR 24; W 27. international equivalent, plus at least three years of relevant professional experience. You are also required to provide evidence of research expertise. HDPUH Professional 029304A 3 years 34 000   1, 2 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Master’s degree or Bachelors degree with Honours at H1 or H2A Doctorate of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill level, or approved international equivalent, plus at least three years of relevant Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 professional experience. You are are also required to provide evidence overall for SLR 18; W 23. of research expertise. Master of Agricultural SMASR Master 055077B 2 years 34 000  Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian degree with Honours in science, or its equivalent, with a Science by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill specialisation in an agricultural or biological discipline. If you have Honours Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 at H2B level or equivalent, you may still be considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Applied Science HMASR Master 074418F 2 years 34 500     1, 2 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelor’s degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or an approved by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill equivalent. If you have Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, you may still Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 be considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Engineering SMER Master 055088K 2 years 33 000   Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill international equivalent. If you have Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, you may Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 be considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Psychological SMPSR Master 071896M 2 years 32 000  Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours (at least upper H2A greater than Science by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill 75 per cent), or approved international equivalent. If you have Honours at H2B Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 level or equivalent, you may still be considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Science SMSR Master 071897K 2 years 34 000    Anytime 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or an approved by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill equivalent. If you have Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, you may still be Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23. Master of Social Work HMSWR Master 055101G 2 years 29 500     1, 2 6.5 / 6.0 Minimum score of 575 (minimum score 64 with no An Australian Bachelor's degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or approved by Research of 5 in the Test of Written English). communicative skill international equivalent. If you have Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, you may Minimum score of 80 with minimum score less than 59 still be considered in some instances. overall for SLR 18; W 23.

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Check your eligibility Submit your application In addition to the prerequisites for your chosen research Download, complete and submit the Graduate Research degree, as an international applicant you will also have Candidature and Scholarship Application Form. Ensure that to provide evidence that you meet the minimum English you provide all relevant documentation as required. For more language requirements set for your course. You can find information visit: If you are studying a three year course, for a period of two years for a Master’s information about the minimum requirements for your La Trobe University Research Equity latrobe.edu.au/research/future/apply the complete cost of your course will by research degree, and three years for Scholarships course and the different forms of evidence and test results be three times the Annual Tuition Fee. a PhD degree. LTUFFRS are awarded on we accept under your preferred course: Up to five La Trobe University Research the basis of academic merit and research You should also consider the costs of: Equity scholarships available each year latrobe.edu.au/research/future/apply capacity to suitably qualified overseas International applicants to candidates who are Aboriginal or Torres ––living in Australia graduates eligible to commence a higher Strait Islanders, have a disability, or come E [email protected]. degree (doctoral or Master’s) by research. ––overseas student health cover fees from a low socio-economic background. Mail ––banking in Australia Graduate Research School Stipend scholarships Tuition and stipend La Trobe International ––working while studying. La Trobe University La Trobe University Postgraduate scholarships Victoria 3086 Research Scholarships (LTUPRS) Australia Endeavour Scholarships These scholarships are normally available Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships for full‑time research Master’s or doctoral Find your supervisor are internationally competitive, merit‑based candidates, are competitive and are scholarships funded by the Australian Before you apply for graduate research candidature you based on academic merit. Applicants Government that support citizens must identify a potential supervisor and receive in-principle must have completed at least four years around the world to undertake study, approval for your research project. You will need to include of tertiary studies at a very high level research and professional development your potential supervisor’s details on your completed of achievement (i.e. first class honours in Australia and for Australians to do application form. degree or equivalent) at an Australian the same overseas. university or recognised overseas university. latrobe.edu.au/research/future/apply/enquiry internationaleducation.gov.au/ latrobe.edu.au/research/future/ endeavour costs‑scholarships

The David Myers Research Australia Awards What scholarships are available? Scholarship Australia Awards are prestigious international scholarships and fellowships funded Each year the University offers the International students applying for by the offering highest University-ranked applicants candidature as a graduate researcher the next generation of global leaders for a graduate research scholarship at La Trobe are eligible to apply for external an opportunity to undertake study, in each College the David Myers Research and University‑funded scholarships to assist research and professional development. them with their living expenses and fees. Scholarship. The scholarship is open to outstanding individuals, regardless australiaawards.gov.au of discipline or nationality. The scholarship Tuition fee scholarships includes a top-up of A$5 000 per annum Your host country for three years full-time study for a PhD La Trobe University Full Fee Some countries have their own scholarships or 2 years full-time study for a Master’s scheme to support international higher Research Scholarships (LTUFFRS) degree and a research support grant degree research. Please check with your A number of La Trobe University Fee of up to A$3 000 per annum to assist with own government or your employer about Remission Research Scholarships costs such as laboratory consumables, local possibilities. (LTUFFRS) are offered each year for fieldwork and attendance at conferences, outstanding international applicants. and relocation expenses to a campus latrobe.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/ The scholarships will cover tuition fees of the University. international/sponsored-program

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Our research encourages innovative Research Centre focus on research that Law solutions and opportunities for research improves services and effective delivery breakthroughs across important scientific of support, facilitates participation and La Trobe Law School is an innovative and social issues. They hold significant social inclusion and considers how people research hub that focuses on delivering strength and expertise in: with cognitive disability can be effectively research outcomes that have a significant cared for in mainstream services. impact on the community. While many of our staff conduct individual research Ageing in their areas of specialisation to advance Our researchers in ageing focus on care Food knowledge in their fields, the school practices for people with dementia Our AgriBio Research Centre is Australia’s actively promotes socio-legal and in residential care and community and first integrated agricultural systems interdisciplinary research that delivers residential aged care. The rural-based biology research centre and one effective outcomes for the private, John Richards Initiative researches rural of Australia’s premier agribiosciences public and non profit sectors. RED team members actively engage our research community via social media. ageing and quality of life. facilities. At this world-class facility our You can join the conversation by following us on: researchers conduct research on plant and Pregnancy, parenting Brain, mind and behaviour animal genomics, plant pathology, animal health, and agricultural sustainability. and childhood At La Trobe University we have An aligned body of work considers diet Our researchers at the Judith Lumley a neurobiology research theme that and its effects on diabetes, cardiovascular Centre study issues of major public health investigates the biology and diseases disease and the metabolic syndrome. importance for mothers, parents and Facebook Twitter associated with the nervous system. infants, including causes of preterm birth, facebook.com/latrobe.researchers twitter.com/LTUresearchers We also have the Olga Tennison Autism Infection and immunity breastfeeding, sexual and reproductive Research Centre advancing knowledge health, reducing violence against on the nature and causes of Autism Our researchers in La Trobe Institute women and children, and transitions Spectrum Disorders and developing of Molecular Science also specialise to parenthood. 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We have significant research Our cancer research investigates the progressive social change. We seek programs in reducing falls and improving mechanisms of cancer initiation and to understand, and assist in the growth mobility for people with Parkinson’s progression, the crosstalk between cancer of work that redresses the inequalities disease and musculoskeletal foot problems cells and the surrounding environment, and social injustices of the world. A key in older people. Our La Trobe Centre for and the potential of novel therapeutic part is to explore the organisational, Exercise and Sports Medicine researches approaches for combating disease. institutional and policy contexts that shape topics including osteoarthritis after sports- related injuries. Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is indicative only. 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