Research at La Trobe
Transforming lives, addressing inequities and growing economies through research
Our discovery and applied research is impact-focused, we seek to understand the world and it's challenges, and use our research for positive change and societal impact.
Research Leaders Accelerator Program
The Research Leaders Accelerator Program is a key pillar of the Research & Innovation 2030 Strategy and aims to support our research leaders to play a significant role in delivering our research & innovation goals.
Research excellence
World standard
We’re rated at, above or well above world standard in all our broad research areas
Top-rated globally
La Trobe is in the top 1% of universities worldwide.
QS Top Universities, 2026, QS World University Rankings 2027;
Webometrics (Cybermetrics Lab), 2026, Ranking Web of Universities
#1 in Victoria for overall satisfaction in postgraduate research
We're rated the best in Victoria by graduates for overall satisfaction in postgraduate research.
Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT), 2026, 2025 Graduate Outcomes Survey
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