Engineering - 3291
Doctorate/PhD
Monash Engineering operates at the forefront of engineering research. All specialised fields of research are at world standard or above and the most recent Excellence in Research for Australia assessment has rated our research results well above world standard. With access to world-class laboratories, workshops and facilities and with highly specialised equipment and software, a PhD in Engineering offers you a stimulating, supportive and professional environment in which to explore engineering challenges and develop solutions for the future.
A PhD in Engineering consists of extensive, independent research of a topic formulated in consultation with academic staff. A minimum of two academic supervisors will support you throughout your study. A range of staff and services will be available to support you throughout your degree to enable you to be job-ready and make an impact in academia, industry, government or the wider community. Your study will result in a research thesis or alternative approved output, which makes a valuable contribution to the current body of knowledge on your chosen topic.
At a glance
Course Details
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Duration |
3-4 years (full time), 6-8 years (part-time) |
Start date |
Throughout the year |
Qualification |
Doctor of Philosophy |
A PhD in engineering requires you to complete a research thesis of up to 80,000 words (or alternative approved outputs). The PhD program may be undertaken in the principal areas of research, including:
- Chemical engineering
- Civil and environmental engineering
- Electrical and computer systems engineering
- Materials engineering
- Mechanical engineering
- Aerospace engineering
- Biological engineering
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
Qualifications
All applicants must be able to demonstrate a capacity to carry out independent research and have adequate training and ability to pursue the proposed course of study.
Detailed information on the admission criteria for Monash graduate research courses is available here.
English requirements
Sound English language skills are required for academic programs at Monash University.
Detailed information on our English language proficiency requirements is available here.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Making the application
Future students
Applications for this course can be accepted at anytime.
Applications for this course are submitted via the My.App portal.
Fees
Research Training Program (RTP)
This course is supported by the Australian government's Research Training Program (RTP). Under the RTP, domestic students are awarded an RTP Fees Offset which covers the cost of course tuition fees. The estimated annual value of Australian Government support for an RTP Fees Offset is published on the University Graduate Research Scholarships website. The RTP Fees Offset duration is equivalent to the course duration, based on your commencement date and no more than 4 years (FTE) for students enrolled in Doctoral courses and no more than 2 years (FTE) for students enrolled in research Masters courses.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.