Skip navigation

PhD Plus

Industry connected research for modern careers

Distinctive Advantage

Our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD Plus) is designed for you to pursue your passion in research and
boost your post-PhD career prospects.

PhD Plus students are given the tools to advance their career in academia or industry through a unique mix of:

  • industry placements
  • research projects
  • skills development
  • mentorship and
  • networking opportunities.

Whether you’re interested in communication and digital media, human-centred technologies, public policy, education,
health and wellbeing, sports and exercise science, or even the environment, conservation and sustainable communities,
at UC we have expert supervisors in a range of research areas.

You’ll be encouraged to think big, be entrepreneurial, find innovative solutions to real-world problems and make a positive change.
Our PhD Plus will make you stand out in a highly competitive job market and advance your career prospects.

Get ready to make a real impact through your research with UC’s PhD Plus!

Our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD Plus) is designed for you to pursue your passion in research and boost your post-PhD career prospects.

PhD Plus students are given the tools to advance their career in academia or industry through a unique mix of:

  • industry placements
  • research projects
  • skills development
  • mentorship and
  • networking opportunities.

Whether you’re interested in communication and digital media, human-centred technologies, public policy, education, health and wellbeing, sports and exercise science, or even the environment, conservation and sustainable communities, at UC we have expert supervisors in a range of research areas.

You’ll be encouraged to think big, be entrepreneurial, find innovative solutions to real-world problems and make a positive change. Our PhD Plus will make you stand out in a highly competitive job market and advance your career prospects.

Get ready to make a real impact through your research with UC’s PhD Plus!

Why choose PhD Plus

Bespoke research

Design a degree that meets your individual interests while advancing your career prospects.

Expert academics

Join UC’s dynamic and collaborative research team, featuring world-renowned experts in their fields.

Plus elements

Add optional ‘Plus’ elements to your PhD like internships, exchanges, research pitches and mentoring.

A competitive edge

Stand out in a highly competitive job market with skills to help you succeed in academia or industry.

University Research Scholarships

The University of Canberra offers a range of University Research Scholarships to support HDR candidates. For HDR candidates commencing in Semester 2, 2023, there are:

  • 10 Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) scholarships, and
  • 10 University funded research scholarships open to domestic and international HDR applicants
  • 12 industry co-funded industry scholarships available for those conducting research which aligns with the strategic theme of the University - Economic, Environmental and Social Sustainability, and
  • 10 non-themed co-funded industry scholarships.

For more information on these Research Scholarships opportunities, application, eligibility criteria and conditions, see our:

Research Scholarships webpage

/

Elements of the PhD Plus

Internship

Diversify your skillset, establish new networks, and gain valuable work experience outside of academia.

Participate in a paid or voluntary internship or placement in industry, government, non-government organisations, community or not-for-profit groups.

Mentoring and Industry Advisor

Be mentored by a UC alumni or a member of industry. Be empowered to develop as a researcher and increase your visibility as an emerging expert in your field. Benefit from shared experience, connect with industry professionals, and learn how your research can translate into business. Plus, gain specialist insight with an industry advisor on your supervisory panel.

Research pitch

Develop your researcher profile, while refining your ability to pitch your findings to a range of audiences. Use social media to promote your research and build your networks, while pitching to news and media outlets.

Participate in our Three-Minute Thesis research pitch or compete for research funding.

Fieldwork or lab exchange

Discover the collection of data outside of a laboratory with an international and national fieldwork or lab work exchange. Whether it be at another university, organisation or research institute, this allows you to gain firsthand experience in your research area.

Entrepreneurship

Produce impactful research with an entrepreneurship or commercialisation opportunity. Bring your ideas to life and opportunity to implement innovative strategies through UC’s student incubator, research consultancy, practicum and exhibition or creative work/publication.

Teaching opportunities

Expand your horizons as a doctoral candidate, putting your knowledge into practice in a new environment. Engage as a tutor or casual lecturer and support curriculum design, marking, and related activities. You’ll participate in course, school or faculty meetings and gain invaluable teaching experience.

Don't miss a key date

EOI

Applications close 11:59pm AEDT

Research Scholarship

Applications close 11:59pm AEST

HDR Admission

Applications close 11:59pm AEST

Now follow these steps

PhD Plus questions?

Submit the form below so our team can answer your questions:

Ready to apply? Here’s how you get started:

Other quick links