PhD and MPhil - Higher Research Degrees

Applications for research higher degrees and scholarships are accepted all year round.

Students play a vital role in research efforts at QBI. PhD and MPhil students are the linchpins of our laboratories.

Students enrolled at the Institute come from a diversity of countries, including Canada, China, Germany, Iran, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Bangladesh.
PhD and MPhil students enrolled at the QBI are eligible to receive:

• $5000 top-up scholarship (see link “top up scholarships” heading under scholarships page)
• $3500 travel allowance
• computer with appropriate software and internet access
• photocopying and scanning facilities
   

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

A PhD is one of the highest degrees that can be awarded. It is an advanced academic qualification seen as a requirement for the majority of academic and research positions in a wide range of fields and industries. The aim of the PhD is to foster the development of independent research skills. These skills include the capacity to address a significant problem, to develop mastery of appropriate conceptual and methodological skills, and to relate the research topic to a broader framework of knowledge in a relevant disciplinary area.

Duration: 3 years (full time)

Assessment: Students are required to produce a thesis of no more than 80,000 words (approximately 400 pages), with the research representing a significant new contribution to the discipline.

PhD and MPhil Entry Requirements: The standard basis of admission is a University of Queensland (UQ) Bachelor's degree with Honours class IIA or better. UQ accepts the following as the equivalent:

• A Bachelor's degree with Honours class IIA or better from approved universities.
• A research Masters degree (PhD only).
• A coursework Masters degree (e.g. the Master of Neuroscience program) with a research component of at least 25% and an overall GPA (grade point average) equivalent to 5.5 on the 7-point UQ scale.
• A Bachelor's degree plus at least one year of full-time equivalent postgraduate study that includes a significant research component or at least two years of documented relevant research experience, including research publications

Master of Philosophy (MPhil)

An MPhil is an internationally recognised postgraduate research degree that involves undertaking a significant research project. The MPhil program provides students with an opportunity to develop and enhance analytical and research skills through independent investigation in a specific field. Many MPhil students choose to continue with their research in order to obtain a PhD.

Duration: 1.5 years (full time)

Assessment: Students are required to produce a thesis of no more than 40,000 words (approximately 200 pages) that demonstrates their capacity for critical analysis and application of specialist knowledge.

Important Information for PhD and MPhil Applicants

In order to express your interest in a PhD and MPhil please do the following:

• Visit QBI website: http://www.qbi.uq.edu.au for information about group leaders and their research programs.
• Complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) form (available from the Graduate School's website at http://www.uq.edu.au/grad-school/how-to-apply) and send it to the Postgraduate Affairs Officer (PAO) along with:
  • An academic CV (http://www.uq.edu.au/grad-school/academic-CV)
  • proof of English language proficiency (IELTS is the preferred test at UQ and is also often required for VISA applications – please be sure to check with your local Australian Diplomatic Mission or the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC)
  • Your Academic transcripts (a scanned copy of your transcripts is acceptable at this stage; please do not send any original documents to QBI until requested)
  

CONTACT US

Research Higher Degree Recruitment Officer, Queensland Brain Institute.

The University of Queensland, Brisbane Queensland 4072 Australia

Email: qbistudents@uq.edu.au

Tel: + 61 7 3346 6364
 

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