Integrated Phd program

How students undertake our Integrated PhD program

Part 1: Master of Commerce

Up to two years
Engage in rigorous coursework designed to equip you with the skills needed for independent research. You can choose units in the Master of Commerce component linked to your chosen specialisation out of the 7 listed research specialisations.

Part 2: PhD

Up to three and a half years
Join a forward-thinking academic community and make your mark in solving global economic, environmental, and social challenges.

Program details

Entry pathways and program structure

Our Integrated PhD Program is open to highly motivated domestic and international students with a strong academic background and a passion for research.

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What sets our program apart

Facts and figures

  • Global impact

    Be a part of discoveries that transform lives and accelerate your academic career.

  • Financial assistance

    Select applicants will be offered a living allowance (up to 5.5 years) and full-fee remission scholarships.

  • Academic standing

    Work with leading researchers, use high-quality research platforms and obtain skills and knowledge to make a substantial impact in academia.

  • Global exposure

    Present at prestigious international conferences and undertake research visits to well regarded international universities.

Meet some of our students

The aid equation: Who should decide how development dollars are spent?

Donors and recipients can want very different things from the same aid program. Jack Hennessy’s research puts those preferences head-to-head.

Beyond weathering the storm: What drives climate adaptation in coastal communities?

PhD candidate Lam Pham grew up navigating floods and disaster relief convoys in central Vietnam. Now she’s building tools to help coastal communities do more than just survive climate change.

Feeding the future: Can prosperity exist without endless growth?

The world has its first trillionaire, yet nearly three billion people can’t afford a healthy meal. PhD candidate George Ellis is examining how Australia's food system can put people and the planet before profit.

Read about more of our PhD students

What disciplines offer the Integrated PhD program

Financial support

  • Living allowance

    Monash Business School offers a living allowance for the entire duration of the Integrated PhD Program (up to 5.5 years) for both domestic and international students.

  • International student fees

    Monash Business School covers the cost of tuition fees for the duration of the degree and provides Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the period of the international student visa.

Applications

Our Integrated PhD program is highly competitive and meeting our eligibility requirements alone won't guarantee you a place in the program. Your transition from the Master of Commerce to the PhD program is also based on meeting discipline-specific selection criteria.

Questions and contact information

Am I eligible for this program?

Our interactive tool will help you determine if you are eligible. You can check your eligibility without any attached conditions or obligation to apply.