Graduate research entry pathways

There's more than one way to start a graduate research degree at Monash.

Monash Graduate Research students are a part of a research community dedicated to solving the global challenges of the age. With access to leading research infrastructure and global networks a Graduate Research course will set you up for success and enable you to make an impact in your chosen profession.

We are proud to have a broad and diverse cohort and welcome students with varying qualifications and experience.

For applicants considering a research degree who have not had the opportunity to undertake a qualification that meets our admission requirements we have a range of pathway options, through courses and recognition of your substantial professional or industry experience.

You can explore your pathway options here.

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Admission criteria Course pathways Professional pathways

Your Course pathways to your research degree

If you've completed an undergraduate or master’s coursework degree but you haven't had the opportunity in your studies to undertake an intensive research project, you may like to consider a pathway course which meets the entry requirements for a graduate research degree.

Explore your options for pathway courses with our Faculties below:

IT Science Pharmacy Arts Education Business and Economics Law Medicine Art and Design Engineering

Your Professional pathways to your research degree

We recognise research experience comes in many forms and is increasingly embedded in professional or industry roles, especially where you are an established professional. This is why, when considering applicants for admission and scholarship, we consider your experience in industry or a professional environment where it may be relevant to your research project and equivalent to a research intensive course.

In addition to your tertiary academic qualifications, you need to be able to demonstrate a capacity to carry out independent research and have relevant training, qualifications, knowledge and ability to pursue the proposed course of study and research project.

We consider the relevant elements of professional experience below through our pathway entry.

  • Scholarly Papers

    Publications authored by the applicant in reputable academic or industry journals

  • Professional Accreditations

    Fellowship or professional accreditations of an industry organisation

  • Industry Awards

    Innovation or development awards

  • Academic Awards

    Honorary degrees or professorial roles awarded for civic or industry contributions

  • Industry/Government Grants

    Funding grants awarded by either Industry, a Non-Governmental Organisation or an international or Australian governmental body

  • Substantial Relevant Work/ Industry Experience

    Evidence of at least five years professional experience, demonstrating team leadership, research and/or strategic development in an area relevant to the proposed research project

  • Government/Technical Reports

    Reports authored by the applicant for Non-Governmental Organisation, civil society or a governmental body which meet scholarly/peer review standards

  • Professional Creative Portfolio

    A record of exhibitions, non-traditional research outputs, curation and/or performances in reputable journals, galleries or spaces.

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