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How to Apply

It is important when applying for a Higher Degree Research Program that you have obtained the relevant academic background for the study and that there is a willing and suitable supervisor for your research topic.

If you are interested in research study you should look at the research interests of Faculty staff to ensure that the University is able to supervise your topic. View the details for information specific to that faculty.

List of Requirements for Research Student Application Forms

  1. Certified copies of University transcripts from all previous degrees.
  2. A research proposal including title of research and a minimum 2-3 page proposal on the research area, a proposed research methodology (if known), a proposed timeline for the research including progress milestones and key writings in the area.
    A detailed thesis proposal. It is recommended that prospective students have a solid, but less than 10 page research proposal ready for consideration by the Faculty outlining the research topic, a proposed research methodology and key writings in the area.
  3. A curriculum vitae resume including personal contact details education background, training and work experience, research / technical expertise and any publications. An example of your work (i.e journal article, conference article or section of a thesis documents) would be welcome.
  4. A statement clarifying your ability to cover the costs of the degree and living should you not be successful in attaining a scholarship. The statement should also indicate if the applicant intends to apply for scholarships, and if so which ones.
  5. Two written references where the referee evaluates the student, addressing in the top how many % of students s/he rates the applicant (eg top 5%, top 10% etc) AND name/contact details of referees so that the University can contact the referees for more information if it is needed..
  6. In the case of Health Sciences and Medicine or Information Technology, if you believe you will need any specialist equipment for your research beyond a computer, to write a statement outlining the equipment you will need.
  7. If applicable, evidence of your IELTS scores.

NB. The University will only approve admission for research students where a supervisor is available.
 


Faculty of Business

Contact:
Doreen Taylor
Research Program Advisor
dtaylor@bond.edu.au
 


Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine

Contact:
Ainsley Oberg
Research Administration Officer
hsmresearch@bond.edu.au  
 


Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Contact:
Mandei Saranah
Business Manager (Research and Quality)
msaranah@bond.edu.au 
 


Faculty of Law

Contact:
Rosa Riedl
Research Coordinator
rriedl@bond.edu.au  


Institute of Sustainable Development & Architecture

Contact:
Steven Watts
Program Advisor and Research Program Advisor
swatts@bond.edu.au