Admission and Scholarship Application Process
Follow the process to ensure you ask the right questions and make appropriate decisions in your preparation for application to a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program.
Choose an Institution
Where you choose to enrol will impact your experience as a research student.
You can find information about why the University of Adelaide is a great choice at "Why Adelaide"
Identify an Area of Research
The University of Adelaide conducts world-class research across many disciplines. Find an area that interests you!
Contact Potential Supervisors
Having a discussion with potential supervisors is an important way to find out about the projects they have on offer and their capacity to accept you as a student. Supervisor Contact Details.
Decide on a Program of Study
Programs include PhD, Professional Doctorates, Master of Philosophy, and Higher Doctorates. Visit the Research Programs and Entry Requirements page for more information.
Note. For entry information about the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in 2013, please refer to the School of Dentistry.
Check the Entry Requirements
The Academic Program Rules outline the entry requirements for admission into a Higher Degree by Research at the University of Adelaide.
Admission to a HDR program is open throughout the year, however, scholarship applications are only made available within the Domestic or International Scholarship Application Rounds conducted by the university.
Wait for the Outcome
If you run into difficulties at this stage you can contact the Adelaide Graduate Centre for further advice.
- Domestic Applicants
- A hard copy of your offer letter will be posted to you.
- International Applicants
- A copy of your offer letter will be emailed to you.
A hard copy of your enrolment form will be posted to you. Please ensure that ALL the required information on the enrolment form is completed. Some sections will need to be completed and signed by you, other sections must be completed by your School or Discipline.
