Research at Melbourne
Our University is a comprehensive research organisation addressing complex problems in innovative ways with investigator-led, interdisciplinary collaborations.
We work with industry partners and specialist research institutes exploring solutions to the world's major challenges, while supporting the next generation of researchers to make global contributions.
Our research offering
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Research degrees
Join a stimulating research community at Australia’s leading research-intensive university.
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Engage with our researchers
Access the University's talent, latest research, technologies and infrastructure.
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Commercialisation and entrepreneurship
Discover ways to create research impact through commercialisation
Advancing Research 2030: Excellence for Impact
The University of Melbourne’s enduring purpose is to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Our new research strategy charts our path to continue to deliver research excellence, collaboration and impact.
From the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research)
"The University of Melbourne is Australia’s leading research-intensive university and a trusted global partner for government, industry and the community. Our new research strategy builds on the University’s research strengths over many decades.
With over 100 research centres across nine faculties, and innovation precincts including Southbank Arts Precinct, Melbourne Connect and Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, we collaborate to translate our interdisciplinary research into enduring real-world impact.
Our researchers are continuing to expand the boundaries of knowledge for the benefit of society, from using genomics to transform our national standard of cancer care to preserving Indigenous cultural materials and heritage."
Professor Mark Cassidy
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Stories of investigation, discovery and innovation
Our research making an impact
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Research updates
Research discovery is fundamental to tackling some of the world’s greatest challenges. Explore news about the work and impact of our researchers and collaborators.
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Research initiatives
Discover the precincts, people, platforms and multidisciplinary research bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise – and pushing forward the boundaries of knowledge.
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Responsible research
Understand how ethics is fundamental to our endeavours, is governed by robust systems of review, and supported by comprehensive education and training programs.
Read the latest from Pursuit
The second volume of the truth-telling initiative, Dhoombak Goobgoowana, shares the steps, and missteps, on the road to finding an Indigenous voice at the University of Melbourne. (Artwork: Ochre Mountain, 2025 by Aaron Eastment (Wiradjuri & Mabuiag, Erub Island). Photographer: James Henry)
Find the right facilities and experts
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Study
Explore ways to make an impact with our graduate research programs including the Doctor of Philosophy.
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Find an Expert
Search for expert academics, researchers and supervisors who are making a real difference in the world.
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Facilities and resources
Discover the University’s facilities and resources – with rare collections, archives, digital expertise, technology, museums and galleries.
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Contact us
Get in touch to learn more about collaborating with the University of Melbourne.
Banner image shows a close up of coral from Advancing Research 2030: Excellence for Impact.