PhD studies in the
Department of Anatomy & Physiology

Join us in the Department of Anatomy & Physiology where you will engage in world-leading research in one of our main themes - Metabolic and Cardiovascular Sciences; Muscle Biology; Neuroscience; Stem Cell and Developmental Biology and Surgical Anatomy.

Why choose the Department of Anatomy & Physiology

Create new knowledge & develop skills

Develop widely sought-after skills for your future career with many opportunities to develop teaching & leadership skills

Access expertise and build networks

Attend research seminars, work collaboratively with our external partners and participate in national & international conferences

Be part of the Anatomy and Physiology Students’ Society

Join the vibrant peer-led group providing support and a range of professional development and social programs

Research in the heart of the Biomedical Precinct

Find yourself immersed in the largest biomedical precinct in the southern hemisphere

The benefits of enrolling through the
Department of Anatomy & Physiology

Departmental scholarships

If you've completed Honours, a Master of Biomedical Science, or an MPhil in our Department, you’ll be eligible to apply for our Department's scholarships, with two awarded annually in addition to those offered by the Faculty and School.

Top-up Scholarships

If you’re a scholarship recipient you will be eligible to apply for additional funding via the Department’s two annual merit-based top-up scholarships, each valued at $5,000 per year over a three year candidature period.

Conference travel funding

During your candidature you will be eligible to apply for for one international and two national conference travel grants to present your work.

How to get started

Excited by our research areas? The first step is to meet with potential supervisors to discuss the projects on offer and find the project that is perfect for you. You will have the opportunity to tour the Department, visit the lab and meet team members.

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How to apply

Find out how to select your graduate research course, understand the selection process, scholarship opportunities and fees, receive your offer and enrol as a graduate researcher.

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