How to apply

Once you’ve identified a collaborative PhD project that you’re interested in, you can apply to the Melbourne-UTokyo-JAXA Collaborative PhD.

To apply for a collaborative PhD opportunity in the Melbourne-UTokyo-JAXA Collaborative PhD, follow these steps.

1. Identify a project you are interested in from the available opportunities.

2. Make sure you meet the admission criteria of both the University of Melbourne and the partner university. These criteria include the minimum entry requirements and English language requirements.

Each faculty has its own additional entry requirements for applicants. Projects in the Melbourne-UTokyo-JAXA Collaborative PhD are carried out in either the Faculty of Engineering and IT or the Faculty of Science. Check that you meet the admission criteria of the relevant faculty.

3. Email the project supervisor at the University of Melbourne. Their contact details are included at the bottom of the project description.

Include the following in your email:

• Your name and contact details
• The title of the joint PhD project of interest
• A cover letter explaining your interest in the project
• Your CV
• Your university transcripts
• Any additional supporting documentation (if required).

The supervision team will consider your documentation and advise you on the next steps.

Diversity and inclusion

We are firmly committed to the principles of Diversity and Inclusion, and all applications will be evaluated relative to prior opportunities. Workplace accommodations for people with a disability can be raised prior to the application through a direct email to the supervisors or discussed with short-listed candidates during the interview phase. Candidates from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

Propose your own PhD project

We welcome ideas for new collaborative and joint PhD projects, in addition to those already advertised. All PhD projects must be carried out with one of the University’s partner institutions. Note that the normal application process will apply.

For more information on proposing collaborative PhD projects, and a list of our joint and collaborative PhD partner institutions, visit the Collaborative PhDs page.

Contact us

If you have questions about the collaborative PhD program or the application process, contact us.