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Faculty of Education

Research Programs

Get involved in Research and make a difference

Recognised as one of Australia's Top 10 Universities(1), the Faculty of Education at La Trobe University is renowned for its high quality research and a commitment to supporting students in their research interests. As a research student within the Faculty, you can experience diverse programs, expert supervision and scholarship, a friendly, supportive environment; while being confident of a widely recognised track record of success.

Proud of the experience and competence of staff, the Faculty offers high quality supervision in a wide range of applied and theoretical research areas, including:

    • Classroom and curriculum based research, Education administration, policy and research
    • E-learning, Bilingualism, Literacies/Applied linguistics, International education/globalisation
    • Adult and Vocational education
    • Outdoor Education, Cultural Dimensions of Outdoor Education
    • Ecotourism, Environmental Education, Environmental History and Change
    • Policy formulation in environmental management
    • Other professional and research themes

Reference: (1) Melbourne Institute 2006

Research Programs - Masters by Research and Doctoral Programs
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Doctorates
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Application information

Local students:

Applications are accepted at any time during the year and local students should apply directly to the Faculty of Education, by completing the application form below. Students MUST contact the Faculty Research Office to discuss potential supervisors before submitting an application.

Telephone: (03) 9479 3078
Email: research-edu@latrobe.edu.au
Web: www.latrobe.edu.au/education/research

Locations

Research Training Scheme (RTS)

The Research Training Scheme (RTS) is fully funded by the Commonwealth Government.  Under this scheme, research students receive two full-time equivalent years of funding for a research masters course and four years of full-time equivalent funding for doctoral studies.  The RTS does not apply to overseas students.

The following links provide information relevant regarding applying for a Research Program within the Faculty of Education.

International students:

The Faculty welcomes applications from International students, who should contact the International Programs Office at La Trobe University prior to submitting an application.

Telephone: +61 3 9479 1199
Email: international@latrobe.edu.au
Web: www.latrobe.edu.au/international

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Last Updated: November 7, 2008