Research
Research, Experimentation and Discovery (RED)
Immerse yourself in cutting-edge research at Monash University, bridge the gap between research and practice and develop strategies to bring your ideas to life. Build your capacity with RED and become a change leader of tomorrow.
The Research, Experimentation and Discovery (RED) is a three week, in-person intensive unit that enables you to embed interdisciplinary research into your degree. RED is your opportunity to connect with a generation of innovators who are at the forefront of creating change.
How does RED work?
In research, learning doesn’t just occur in tutorial rooms or lecture theatres. With RED, you’ll discover and learn by ‘doing’ and thoroughly interrogating your ideas with your peers and supportive staff.
You’ll work in a small team to explore a demand-driven research challenge set by a collaborating research partner that is aligned with the global challenges of our time (Climate Change, Geopolitical Security and Thriving Communities).
RED is committed to addressing the under-representation of traditionally marginalised groups in research. All students are encouraged to bring their ‘whole selves’ to this experience, including women, diverse genders, sexes and sexualities, First Nations Australians, people of colour and other minority ethnic communities.
Skill development and learning
RED connects interdisciplinary research practice and impact through challenge-based learning into your degree, giving you the chance to explore research and increase your employability, including:
- Complex problem-solving, critical thinking and analysis
- Creativity, originality and initiative
- Reasoning and ideation
- Active learning and learning strategies
- Leadership and social influence
- Technology use and design, monitoring and control
Important dates
| Australia | Malaysia | |
|---|---|---|
| Enrolment dates | 14 Oct 2025 – Jun 2026 | Enrol now in WES |
| Study dates | 22 Jun – 24 Jul 2026 | 22 Jun – 24 Jul 2026 |
| Face-to-face classes | 29 Jun – 16 Jul 2026 (Mon–Thu, 10am–4.30pm) | 29 Jun – 16 Jul 2026 (Mon–Thu, 10am–4.30pm) |
Monash RED coalesces a community of researchers from across the University who are united in their desire to address the challenges of the age.
Are you a Monash researcher looking for opportunities to connect with our undergraduate community?
We're calling on you to get involved in our unit. Get in touch with Dr Troy McGee, Director of the RED program to explore how we can collaborate.
RED is open to second and third-year and above undergraduate Monash students across all faculties. You can enrol in the RED unit and start your interdisciplinary research project if you:
- are enrolled in an eligible degree
- have completed at least 36 credit points of study in any discipline, and
- have at least 6 points of elective credit available.
If you satisfy the above requirements, you can enrol in the RED via WES.
For RED Australia: Using the unit codes below, you can enrol directly through WES through June 2026, but we recommend enrolling before the census date to participate in the RED 2026 program.
- Second year students' unit code: MON2500
- Third year and above students' unit code: MON3500
Steps to enrol:
- Check you are undertaking an eligible degree and have 6 points of elective space remaining.
- Log into WES and enrol in MON2500 if you're in your second year, and MON3500 if you're in your third year and above.
- Make sure you select Winter 2026.
- Make sure you select the teaching location as Clayton.
For RED Malaysia: Using the unit codes below, you can enrol directly through WES through June 2026, but we recommend enrolling before the census date to participate in the RED 2026 program:
- Second year students' unit code: MON2500
- Third year and above students' unit code: MON3500
- Make sure you select the teaching location as Malaysia.
Before you enrol:
- Ensure you have 6 credit points of elective space available
- Please check with your Faculty if you're unsure about your eligibility
- Please note, Pharmacy and Medicine students are not eligible for RED Malaysia
The SAEF equity grants have been awarded for 2025
We’ll release details about how to apply for the 2026 grant soon – keep an eye on this space!
SAEF equity grant
RED is committed to addressing the under-representation of traditionally marginalised groups in research. We recognise that an intensive class format may not meet the needs or be accessible for all students. We want all students to enjoy the benefits of our program, regardless of their background or economic status.
A grant payment of $1000 to support participation in the RED program is available for up to five eligible students. This grant is provided by the ARC Special Research Initiative Securing Antarctica's Environmental Future (SAEF). You can read more about SAEF and their work.
Am I eligible?
To be eligible for the grant, you must meet the following criteria:
- Eligible and enrolled in the RED program (either unit code MON2500 / MON3500)
- You agree to participate in a SAEF Research Project in RED.
- You or your family receive an income-tested Centrelink benefit that proves financial disadvantage (e.g. Youth Allowance, Abstudy, Health Care Card or Family Tax Benefit A), OR,
- A permanent humanitarian visa holder, OR,
- You are an Indigenous Australian, and can provide a Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Heritage certificate or a certified Statutory Declaration form to the William Cooper Institute.
- This can be emailed to wci-ss@monash.edu.
- Contact the William Cooper Institute on 9905 5633 for more information.
Benefits
- $1000 grant, paid prior to the commencement of the RED program.
- This grant payment cannot be deferred.
Selection criteria
- Award based on academic achievement, as evidenced by the highest weighted average mark. Preference will be given to Indigenous Australian applicants.
Monash Research, Experimentation and Discovery (RED) 2026 information sessions
Ignite your future with RED! Join us at one of our information sessions to learn more about the RED unit (MON2500 / MON3500), how you can explore Monash research before you graduate, how RED builds upon research units already in your degree, and how you might build your capacity to create change and impact.
The Unit Coordinator, Dr Troy McGee, will be available to answer any questions you might have about the unit – just join through Zoom and ask.
| Date | Time | Booking link | Zoom link |
|---|---|---|---|
Tuesday 24 March | 1–2pm | ||
Wednesday 22 April | 1–2pm | ||
Wednesday 6 May | 10–11am | ||
Friday 29 May | 10–11am | ||
Friday 19 June | 11am–12pm |
Monash RED coalesces a community of researchers from across the University who are united in their desire to address the challenges of the age.
Are you a Monash researcher looking for opportunities to connect with our undergraduate community?
We're calling on you to get involved in our unit. Get in touch with Dr Troy McGee, Director of the RED program to explore how we can collaborate.
