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Be ambitious in your research in engineering or information technology and become part of a community of scholars and practitioners dedicated to creating a better world.
With graduate research at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, study in an environment of cross-disciplinary research excellence and build your expertise in your selected specialist area.
You’ll work alongside and be supervised by world leading engineering and information technology researchers and experienced advisory committees.
Graduate Research Showcase 2025
20 August, 5–8:30pm
Melbourne Connect
Join us for our annual Graduate Research Showcase, where you can connect with the brightest minds from the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology. From biomedical technologies to AI, our researchers are pushing the boundaries of knowledge to drive real-world impact. Learn how you can work with us to develop solutions, test new ideas and attract emerging talent. Or get advice from our team about undertaking a PhD yourself.
Graduate research opportunities
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Philosophy (MPhil) students are guided to demonstrate academic leadership, increasing independence, creativity, and innovation in their research work.
Master of Philosophy - Engineering and IT
Doctor of Philosophy - Engineering and IT
Scholarship programs
Scholarships are available to high-achieving students undertaking graduate research at the University of Melbourne.
The University of Melbourne:
- Top-ranked university in Australia
- Leader in graduate research training
- Choose your research area expertise
- Be supported and supervised by world leading researchers
- Professional development opportunities
- Generous scholarships available
- Comprehensive support network
Explore the work of our graduate researchers
Developing new technologies to nurture Indigenous knowledge
PhD candidates should not be afraid to pursue topics that “get you out of bed every day,” says Dr Kagonya Awori. From a PhD internship at Microsoft to joining Google as User Experience Research Lead for Search (Sub-Saharan Africa), Dr Awori's passion has shaped her research-driven career in tech.
From a PhD to a job, startup company and Australian citizenship
Dr Martin Reinoso's PhD explored virtual reality and augmented reality as learning tools. Now as Senior Virtual Reality Developer for the not-for-profit organisation Orygen, Dr Reinoso uses the skills and knowledge gained during his PhD to improve the mental health of young people.
Making city planning more sustainable and inclusive
Experienced architect and urban planner Mark Allan embarked on a part-time PhD in Engineering to benefit his career and major projects at the City of Melbourne. His research led to a framework for better urban regeneration projects.
