Postgraduate research programs
If you are applying for a La Trobe Postgraduate Research Scholarship, Fee Remission Research Scholarship and/or an International Postgraduate Research Scholarship, your application must be received by 30 September to undertake study the following year.
If you are not applying for a scholarship, there is no closing date for applications. However, you will need to allow sufficient time for the processing of your application and your visa arrangements.
Apply online
To apply online visit our student portal.
Please submit your application online ONLY if you have made contact with a potential supervisor and have received confirmation that supervision is available.
Apply by email, fax or post
Please follow the steps below to apply for a Master's by Research, Professional Doctorate or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
- Step 1
Check that you meet the minimum academic entry requirements
Check that you meet the minimum academic entry requirements needed for entry into postgraduate research at La Trobe University.
Please refer to our entry requirements page and note that your previous studies must have included a significant research component.
- Step 2
Check that you meet the English language proficiency requirements
Check that you meet the requirements for English language proficiency. Please see our English language requirements page for details. Please note: it is still possible to submit an application without having met the University’s English language requirements. Your English test score can be submitted prior to or at the time of accepting an offer of admission.
- Step 3
Select a research area and program
Select a research area and program that interests you. Please see our research programs page.
For further information on La Trobe University's research strengths, check the individual faculty websites and the School/Department websites.
- Step 4
It is essential that you identify a potential academic supervisor at La Trobe University before submitting your application. To do so, please consult Faculty, School or Departmental websites to identify staff and their areas of specialisation.
Please note that all enquiries regarding supervision within the Faculty of Education should be referred to ltiresearch@latrobe.edu.au
Should you experience any difficulties in locating a potential supervisor, you may ask for assistance by emailing your complete application to our research team. Referee reports will only be necessary after supervision is confirmed.
- Step 5
Complete the application form
You can apply directly to La Trobe University by downloading and completing the Postgraduate research application form (PDF 72KB). Additional Academic Referee Report Forms (WORD 588KB) are also available.
Before completing the form, please read the application instructions carefully. Section C of your application requires you to submit a research proposal. This Guide to Writing a Research Proposal (PDF 48KB) may assist you.
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Alternatively, you may prefer to contact one of La Trobe University's many overseas representatives who can assist you with the application process and visa arrangements.
- Step 6
Send your application form to La Trobe International
Send a copy of the application form and all supporting documentation to:
Australia
- Step 7
Your application will be assessed
La Trobe International will check that your application is complete and forward it to the Faculty and Higher Degrees Committee for assessment. Please note: this process may take up to twelve weeks. All applicants will be advised as to whether their application has been successful. If your application is successful, you will receive an offer from La Trobe University with instructions on how to accept.
