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PHD AND RESE ARCH DEGREESAPPLICATION GUIDE
Ranked in the top 2% worldwide*99% of research at world standard or aboveAustralia’s most awarded teachers†Over 30 research centres and institutesGlobally connectedIndustry focused5 campuses* Based on the International Association of Universities – World Higher Education Database, listing more than 18,500 institutions of higher education. Current as at March 2021.† Based on Learning and Teaching results from the Department of Education.
Contents020818Welcome to GriffithResearch program stepsOther informationWhy choose Griffith?02You have questions—we have answers04Applying for a PhD or research degree1.Choose your research degree08Application assessment and outcome18(i) Eligibility10University terms explained19(ii) Program fees12(iii) Scholarships14Contact us20Choose a research topic15Key dates203. Find and connect with aresearch supervisor164. Submit your application online17062. For international applicantsImportant note All information is correct as at March 2021, but is subject to change as content is reviewed and updated.For the most up-to-date information, visit griffith.edu.au/research-study
02Why choose Griffith?We’re proud to deliver an outstanding research education that supports our candidatesin facing the future with confidence, competence and the knowledge and skills to findsolutions to some of the world’s biggest issues.Future-ready skills and knowledgeResearch infrastructureWe offer a range of resources, opportunities and over 100workshops each year to support you to develop research andtransferable skills.Griffith offers world-class facilities and resources for researchcandidates. Building our research and teaching infrastructureremains a priority for us as we continue to invest in campusdevelopments to create the best possible environment andexperience for our research community.Support to succeedAs a research candidate, you’ll be supported in every aspect ofyour research journey, from a comprehensive orientation programto help you hit the ground running, to help with planning yourresearch degree, research methodology, statistical and softwaretraining, writing and publishing, and selling and presentingyour research.Global connectionsGriffith researchers are well connected and collaborative, withover 5,000 national partners and over 200 international researchagreements. With these connections, a Griffith PhD or researchdegree will open career directions almost anywhere in the world.Research excellenceJoin a worldwide communityGriffith University is one of the leading providers of highereducation in the Asia–Pacific, with a reputation for research andteaching excellence. The latest Excellence in Research (ERA) forAustralia exercise rated 99 per cent of our research at worldstandard or above (the highest ranking that can be achieved).At Griffith, you’ll join an inclusive community of like-mindedresearchers. Upon successfully completing your program,your PhD or research degree will be your passport to a globalnetwork of contacts. You’ll join an alumni community who coverevery corner of the world.Collaborative research opportunitiesAcross multiple fields, our graduates range from groundbreakingmedical researchers and globally recognised CEOs through tomarine biologists and acclaimed musicians.Griffith’s collaborative research opportunities open doors togreater innovation and discovery for our research candidates,who are ready to think globally and discover new solutions toworld issues.You will have the opportunity to explore multidisciplinarycollaborations with researchers across our 30 research centresand institutes, in extensive and varied discipline areas.Learn from the bestOur teachers and researchers have won more national awardssince 2012 than any other university’s staff*, and our candidateswho learn in this environment are renowned among employersfor their skills, experience and work ethic.* Based on Learning and Teaching results from the Department of Education.Griffith University 2021–22 PhD and research degrees application guide
03Why choose Griffith?‘ The 3MT process has servedas a reflective, refiningexercise to concretise mythinking and in the processreinforce why I started theorganisational finance culturejourney in the first place.’Griffith’s annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is a renownedacademic competition that challenges PhD candidates todescribe their research to the general public within three minutes.With cash prizes and the opportunity to represent Griffith at theAsia–Pacific Final, the competition has become a firm fixturefor our PhD candidates. Find out more at griffith.edu.au/3MTClare BurnsPhD studentWinner of Griffith University 3MT 2020
04You have questions—we have answersHere are the top questions asked about life as a research student at Griffith.Where can a research degreetake me?What’s the difference betweenan honours degree and a PhD?A research degree from Griffith can take you in a number ofdifferent career directions, depending on your research topic andcareer aspirations.A bachelor degree with honours is a level 8 qualification on theAustralian Qualifications Framework (AQF); a PhD is level 10 andis the highest qualification recognised by AQF.In 2017, Griffith University initiated a project to gather careerdestination and pathway information from our doctoral andresearch masters (HDR) graduates. Our research found that90 per cent of HDR graduates were employed or self-employedone year after graduation.In terms of workload, an honours degree generally combines onetrimester of research with one trimester of coursework over oneyear, while a PhD is usually pure research undertaken over three orfour years. It is comparable to working full-time in the workforcein that you can work from 9 am to 5 pm on your project and areno longer bound by the traditional trimester system as you wouldbe as an honours student. In that sense, honours degrees can beless intense but are no less challenging or rewarding.Should I choose a courseworkor research degree?The type of study you undertake will depend on what you aretrying to achieve. Choose coursework if you want to advance your career,or change career direction—A postgraduate courseworkdegree (such as a graduate certificate, graduate diploma ormasters by coursework) builds on the skills and knowledgeyou’ve gained through professional experience and previousstudy. You’ll study courses that may involve lectures andtutorials, laboratory practice, or fieldwork. Choose a research degree if you want to advance yourcareer and add to human knowledge and understandingto create a better future for all—A research degree,such as a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Master of Philosophy(MPhil), will prepare you for a research career. You’ll completea significant piece of research under supervision. You canalso choose to undertake a masters by research degree,which is a specialist degree in areas such as arts, education,design, medicine and music that combines coursework withprofessional and/or artistic practice.How long does an application taketo process/when will I hear theoutcome of my application?It will normally take six to eight weeks for your applicationto be processed. If you have not received an email regardingyour application after eight weeks, you can email us athdr-enquiry@griffith.edu.au to receive an update onyour application.Can I work while I’m completinga research degree?Full-time candidates (including those in receipt of scholarships)are permitted to undertake only a strictly limited amount of paidemployment. The following conditions apply: Full-time candidates (no scholarship): No more than15 hours a week during normal working hours(i.e., 9 am–5 pm Monday to Friday). Scholarship holders: No more than 9 hours a week duringnormal working hours (i.e., 9 am–5 pm Monday to Friday)For candidates employed in tutoring or lecturing, these hourswill include the time required for preparation and marking.Scholarship holders and sponsored students should consult theconditions associated with their awards and sponsorships forany special conditions relating to employment.Griffith University 2021–22 PhD and research degrees application guide
05Typically, a doctoral degree lasts three to four years(240–320 credit points), while a masters degree (research)can take one to two years (80–160CP). If you hold an HDRscholarship or are funded under the Commonwealth ResearchTraining Program, your degree duration may vary.For more information about time requirements for researchdegrees, visit griffith.edu.au/research-studyWhat’s the quickest path from anundergraduate degree to a PhD?Generally, the quickest pathway to a PhD after a bachelor degreeis to complete an honours degree with first class or class 2Ahonours. However, the University also provides other pathwaysand opportunities to demonstrate eligibility for a PhD program.Visit griffith.edu.au/research-study/degrees to viewGriffith’s pathway options.Griffith’s research centresand institutes Australian Rivers InstituteCities Research InstituteEnvironmental Futures Research InstituteGriffith Asia InstituteGriffith Criminology InstituteGriffith Institute for Drug DiscoveryGriffith Institute for Educational ResearchGriffith Institute for TourismInstitute for GlycomicsInstitute for Integrated and Intelligent SystemsMenzies Health Institute QueenslandAdvanced Design and Prototyping Technologies InstituteCentre for Catalysis and EnergyCentre for Governance and Public PolicyCentre for Quantum DynamicsCentre for Work, Organisation and WellbeingGriffith Centre for Social and Cultural ResearchLaw Futures CentreQueensland Conservatorium Research CentreQueensland Micro- and Nanotechnology CentreAustralian Research Centre for Human EvolutionGriffith Centre for Design and Innovation ResearchCentre for Coastal and Marine Research‘ Griffith Institute forDrug Discovery is a smallcommunity where everyonegets along. You know everyoneand you can strike up aconversation about anythingover coffee.’Dr Alison WrightPhD graduate, Griffith Institute for Drug DiscoveryYou have questions—we have answersHow long does a PhD or researchmasters usually take to complete?
06Applying for a PhDor research degreeThere are a number of steps to work through to apply for a research programat Griffith University:1. Choose your research degree. Consider: eligibility scholarships program fees.2. Choose a research topic.During the application process, you can contactyour proposed research supervisor or HDR convenorif you have any questions—they are there to help.Alternatively, you can contact the Griffith GraduateResearch School office and we will redirectyour enquiry: hdr-enquiry@griffith.edu.au3. Find and connect with a research supervisor.4. Submit your application online.griffith.edu.au/research-studyResearchers at Griffith Universities state-of-the-art sea jelly laboratory, located within Sea World, Gold Coast.Griffith University 2021–22 PhD and research degrees application guide
07Applying for a PhD or research degree‘ Griffith Universityis such an inspiringplace to be, and I lovethe opportunity toteach and pass onmy skills to the nextgeneration of artists.’Dr Foley decided to combine her passion for art and history by completing a PhDat the Queensland College of Art. In 2017, she was given a Griffith UniversityPostdoctoral Fellowship and is now a lecturer in fine art at the QCA. Dr Foley hasbeen recognised as one of the country’s leading Aboriginal researchers. In 2020,Dr Foley received a 50,000 grant from the Australia Council to create a newphotographic series on country. She was the inaugural recipient of the MonicaClare Research Fellowship from the State Library of Queensland and awardedthe prestigious Capstone Editing Grant.Dr Fiona FoleyPhD graduate and LecturerQueensland College of Art, Griffith University
081. Choose your research degreeWhat is a research degree?A research degree is a postgraduate degree that primarilyinvolves completing a supervised project of original research.Completing a research degree is your opportunity to make asubstantial contribution to, and develop a critical understandingof, a specific discipline or area of professional practice.HDR PROGRAMCOURSE CODEThe most common research degree is a Doctor of Philosophy,or PhD, but there are several others you can choose from,depending on your interests and eligibility.The PhD is the highest level of education that can be achieved.See below for the full list of research degrees offered atGriffith University.ENTRY REQUIREMENTSResearch DoctoratesDoctor of Philosophy (PhD)Doctor of Philosophy(by Prior Publication)Doctor of Philosophyin Clinical PsychologyDoctor of Medicine/Doctor of PhilosophyResearch Study Abroad(Non-Award)6001A bachelor degree with first- or second-class honours (Division A), ora masters degree incorporating a significant research component withequivalent grads (GPA of at least 5.5, and a grade of 6.0 for the researchcomponent on a 7.0 scale).6024Established researcher of international standing in the respective field onthe basis of an ongoing record of academic work, and for whom admissionto the PhD program is inappropriate; with a portfolio of high-qualitypublications that meet the program criteria.6026A bachelor degree in psychology with first- or second-class honours(Division A), or a masters degree in psychology incorporating a significantresearch component with equivalent grades (GPA of at least 5.5,and a grade of 6.0 for the research component on a 7.0 point scale).Qualifications must be accredited by the Australian PsychologyAccreditation Council (APAC).Note: Admission is restricted to candidates who are registeredpsychologists or who are eligible for probationary registration withthe Psychology Board of Australia.5099/6001A numerical score equivalent to a Distinction for year 1 of the Doctor ofMedicine program; and a bachelor degree with first- or second-classhonours (Division A), or a masters degree incorporating a significantresearch component with equivalent grades (GPA of at least 5.5, and agrade of 6.0 for the research component on a 7.0 point scale).9926Enrolled in a doctoral program in an overseas institution.6022A bachelor degree with first-class or second-class honours (Division A),or a masters degree incorporating a significant research component withequivalent grades (GPA of at least 5.5, and a grade of 6.0 for the researchcomponent on a 7.0 point scale), and professional engagement pertinentto the degree of at least 3 years.6017A bachelor degree with first- or second-class honours (Division A), ora masters degree incorporating a significant research component withequivalent grades (GPA of at least 5.5, and a grade of 6.0 for the researchcomponent on a 7.0 point scale), and normally professional experiencepertinent to the degree of at least 5 years.6009A bachelor degree with first- or second-class honours (Division A), ora masters degree incorporating a significant research component withequivalent grades (GPA of at least 5.5, and a grade of 6.0 for the researchcomponent on a 7.0 point scale).Professional DoctoratesDoctor of EducationDoctor of Musical ArtsDoctor of Visual ArtsGriffith University 2021–22 PhD and research degrees application guide
09If you completed a two-year masters qualification, at least25 per cent of that program must have been in research.To be ready to undertake a research degree at Griffith, you musthave completed a significant research component in your mostrecent prior qualification. This is normally equivalent to at leastone full-time semester (40CP) of research. For example, if youmost recently completed a one-year masters degree, 50 per centof that degree should have been towards a research component.If your previous qualification did not have the required amountof research, you may still be considered for entry into ourresearch degrees under special circumstances.HDR PROGRAMCOURSE CODEVisit griffith.edu.au/research-study/degreesfor further details.ENTRY REQUIREMENTSMasters by ResearchMaster of Philosophy (MPhil)5001A bachelor degree with second-class honours (Division B), or a mastersdegree incorporating a significant research component with equivalentgrades (GPA of at least 5.0, and a grade of 5.0 for the researchcomponent on a 7.0 point scale).Master of Arts Research5633A postgraduate qualification with a GPA of at least 5.0 (on a 7.0 pointscale), or a bachelor degree with second-class honours (Division B).Qualification must be in a related discipline.Master of Education andProfessional Research Studies5608A postgraduate qualification with a GPA of at least 5.0 (on a 7.0 pointscale), or a bachelor degree with second-class honours (Division B).Qualification must be in a related discipline.Master of Medical Research5626A bachelor degree in medical science, biological science, pharmaceuticalscience or a related health discipline with a GPA of at least 5.0 (on a 7.0point scale) or equivalent.Master of Music Research5602Bachelor of Music with second-class honours (Division B) or apostgraduate qualification in music with appropriate professional experience.Master of Science5667Bachelor of Science in a relevant science discipline with a GPA of at least5.0 (on a 7.0 point scale) or equivalent.Master of Visual Arts5052A bachelor degree with second-class honours (Division B) or an equivalent4-year bachelor degree in an appropriate visual art or design discipline.Practitioners with substantial experience and a corresponding exhibitionrecord will be considered.Master of Design (Research)5723A postgraduate qualification with a GPA of at least 5.0 (on a 7.0 pointscale), or a bachelor degree with second-class honours (Division B).Qualification must be in a related discipline.The qualifications listed in this table are a guide. Please visit griffith.edu.au/degrees to view admission requirements for each program.1. Choose your research degreeSignificant researchcomponent requirement
10(i) EligibilityDirect entry requirementsRecognition of Prior LearningIf you do not hold an honours or masters degree with the requiredgrades for admission to your chosen higher degree by researchprogram, you will be required to establish equivalence. A case forequivalence may be based on:Prior research undertaken at Griffith University or anotherinstitution may be recognised towards the research program,provided it has not been recognised for another award and hasbeen completed at the same level. an equivalent qualification where information is providedabout the structure and research content of the programand grades achieved a combination of qualification/s and demonstrated, relevantresearch or industry experience as evidenced on the CurriculumVitae detailing the type of research or industry activity, thelevel, quality, duration and recency of relevant work a combination of qualification/s and journal publicationsor other research outputs where comprehensive evidenceof the publications/research outputs is provided.While prior research may be recognised towards your degree’sresearch component, you will be expected to complete anyrelevant coursework requirement as specified in the programrequirements, unless credit has been granted.For additional information on the requirements to establishequivalence, visit policies.griffith.edu.au and type ‘HigherDegree Research Policy’ in the search box to view this policy.Academic pathway programsto a research degreeIf you don’t meet the direct entry requirements for a researchdegree, you may be offered or you may apply for admission to aGraduate Diploma of Research Studies as an academic pathwayto a PhD.Griffith offers multiple pathways to a PhD or other doctoraldegrees. Discover your pathway at griffith.edu.au/research-study/degreesGriffith Pathway Programs are: Graduate Diploma of Criminological Research StudiesGraduate Diploma of Research Studies in BusinessGraduate Diploma of Research Studies in EngineeringGraduate Diploma of Research Studies in EnvironmentGraduate Diploma of Health ResearchGraduate Diploma of Research Studies inInformation Technology Graduate Diploma of Law Research Studies Graduate Diploma of Research Studies in ScienceVisit griffith.edu.au/degrees to view academic entryrequirements, English language entry requirements (internationalapplicants), campus locations, program fees (where applicable),and application processes.Griffith University 2021–22 PhD and research degrees application guideVisit policies.griffith.edu.au and type ‘higher degrees byresearch’ in the search box to view this policy.Refer to section 7.6 Recognition of Prior Learning—GriffithUniversity Higher Degree Research Policy, for all applicants(includes credit for coursework information. nglish language requirementsEfor international applicantsEnglish language requirements apply to international applicants.You may need to take an English language test to demonstratethat you meet the English language requirements for your degree.The following English language tests are accepted by Griffith foradmission to research degrees: IELTS (Academic), PTE Academic,TOEFL iBT, paper-based TOEFL, Cambridge and ISPLR. Somedegrees only accept specific English language tests.Please check griffith.edu.au/degrees for the specificrequirements of your degree. English pathway optionsIf you do not meet specific English entry requirements for yourprogram, you may wish to consider English pathway options atGriffith University. Griffith English Language Institute (GELI),located at the Gold Coast campus, provides high-quality Englishlanguage instruction for international students who wish toprepare for postgraduate courses in Australia.When applying for admission to a research degree, you can alsoapply for admission to a GELI program when completing theEnglish language section of the research application.You can complete the Direct Entry Program at GELI to meet thelanguage requirements for your program. Classes are deliveredvirtually to enable you to improve your English proficiency whileyou are offshore or elsewhere in Australia. Once you are ableto travel to the Gold Coast, you will study on-campus and haveface-to-face interaction with classmates and staff.
11For more information about GELI and other English courses,contact GELI .auPlease check griffith.edu.au/degrees for the specificrequirements of your degree.Phone: 61 (0)7 5552 7555BAND SCOREMINIMUMSUBSCOREMINIMUM6.56.0You will most likely be eligible for direct entry into a research degree.6.05.5Start with Direct Entry Program (10 weeks of English study) for research degree entry.5.55.0Start with Direct Entry Program (minimum 20 to 25 weeks of English study) forresearch degree entry.5.04.5Start with Direct Entry Program (minimum 30 to 35 weeks of English study) forresearch degree entry.4.54.0Start with Direct Entry Program (minimum 40 to 50 weeks of English study) forresearch degree entry.YOUR ENGLISH PATHWAY OPTIONSDr Dinesh Palipana, Queenslands first quadriplegic doctor and adjunct research fellow at the Menzies Health Institute of Queensland.1. Choose your research degreeThe number of weeks you will need to study in the Direct EntryProgram to achieve the English entry requirement for yourresearch degree will vary depending on your current level ofEnglish (details below; please use this table as a guide only).
12(ii) ScholarshipsGriffith offers generous scholarships to help you with the costof living while you study. Scholarships vary in value and duration.Scholarships may include a living stipend, tuition fees, overseasstudent health cover or other allowances specific to thatscholarship. Scholarships are available to candidates enrollingin doctoral programs and selected research masters programs.Check griffith.edu.au/degrees to confirm scholarshipavailability for your degree.Living allowance scholarships Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)stipend Griffith University Postgraduate Research Scholarships(GUPRS) Griffith University Indigenous Australian PostgraduateResearch Scholarship (GUIAPRS)Australian Government RTP stipend scholarships and Griffithfunded stipend scholarships (GUPRS, GUIAPRS) are awardedto research candidates in any academic discipline through acompetitive, merit-based selection process. These scholarshipsassist with research candidates’ general living costs by providinga fortnightly allowance for the duration of the scholarship.Other funded scholarshipsGriffith also offers a range of scholarships sponsored by academicgroups and research centres and institutes for research candidateslinked with a specific research area or group. For more informationabout these scholarships, visit lly funded scholarships are also available to supportresearch candidates in specific research areas.Each scholarship scheme has particular eligibility requirements andselection criteria that may include being of specified citizenship;enrolled in a particular program; demonstrating an outstandingacademic background; and a proven capacity for research and/orspecific experience and research skills in a particular discipline.Scholarship round rankingand selection processTo view the scholarship application round dates visit thescholarship key dates website.Visit or-applicants to find out more about applyingfor a scholarship.Scholarship conditionsCriteria for scholarship considerationCheck the scholarship conditions of award for a comprehensiveoutline of the benefits and conditions of each scholarship,including eligibility requirements, selection processes andscholarship duration.Scholarship applications will initially be assessed against a numberof criteria before progressing to the ranking stage. Criteria include:Australian Government RTP International Fee Offset scholarshipsand Griffith funded tuition scholarships (GUIPRS) are awardedto international candidates in conjunction with a GUPRS or othereligible living allowance scholarship. your award or expected award of an Australian bachelorhonours degree with class I, or an equivalent level ofattainment in accordance with Griffith University’s groundsfor determining class 1 honours equivalence your enrolment in the research program will be on afull-time basis you have not completed a degree at the same level orhigher as the research program to which you are applying you have not previously held the same scholarship for whichyou are applying unless it was terminated within six monthsof commencement for international applicants, you have not held aCommonwealth Government Australia Award scholarship inthe two years prior to the point of scholarship commencement.The scholarships fully cover the research program tuition feesthat would otherwise be payable by an international candidatefor the tenure of the scholarship.For additional criteria along with further information on thecriteria above, please refer to the Higher Degree ResearchScholarship Policy. Tuition scholarshipsBelow are the tuition scholarships offered by Griffith. Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)International Fee Offset Scholarships Griffith University International Postgraduate ResearchScholarships (GUIPRS)Griffith University 2021–22 PhD and research degrees application guide
13For your application to be considered in the scholarship round,you must be able to provide evidence of meeting the University’sEnglish language proficiency requirements by the closing datefor applications (refer to English language requirements onpage 10). Applicants who intend to meet ELP through completionof a GELI program may be considered for scholarship (subjectto providing evidence of ability to fund the GELI program).Applications that do not provide this evidence will not goforward for scholarship consideration.Ranking criteriaApplications that meet the criteria for scholarship considerationabove will then be ranked based on the following criteria: Academic meritResearch backgroundThe University’s strategic prioritiesThe international standing of the institution at which thequalification with the substantial research componentwas completed Supervisor recommendation.Application ranking is necessary as there are fewer scholarshipsto offer than the number of quality applications received.To view Griffith’s current scholarships, � Griffith has an amazingcommunity, where you feelsupported and cared for.Right from the start, I havealways felt like Griffithhas made an effort to get toknow me and seek to give mesupport where I needed it.’Peta ZivecPhD Candidate, School of Environment and Science1. Choose your research degreeI nternational applicants:Provide evidence of ELP
14(iii) Program feesDomestic candidatesAs a domestic research candidate, you will be exempt from payingtuition fees, except when studying the degrees listed below. Youwill be provided with an Australian Government Research TrainingProgram (RTP) Domestic Fee Offset place, supplemented bytuition fee support from Griffith University. Candidates coveredby the exemption are required to pay a Student Services andAmenities Fee.The maximum period of tenure of the RTP Domestic Fee Offsetis up to four years (full-time equivalent) for a doctoral degree,and two years (full-time equivalent) for a masters degree(research) calculated from the date of commencement.The programs listed below are not eligible for RTP supportand are full-fee-paying programs for domestic candidates: PhD (by Prior Publication) Master of ScienceVisit griffith.edu.au/degrees for more information onprogram fees.International candidatesAll international research candidates are required to paytuition fees. Visit griffith.edu.au/de
no longer bound by the traditional trimester system as you would be as an honours student. In that sense, honours degrees can be . Australian Rivers Institute Cities Research Institute Environmental Futures Research Institute . Queensland College of Art, Griffith University 07 Applying for a PhD or research degree. 1. Choose .
