The program brings together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander PhD scholars from across the MDHS Faculty. We offer culturally safe and responsive academic support on your PhD journey.
Opportunities to come together as a cohort include the Narrm Connect events, masterclasses by leading researchers, dedicated writing sessions and more.
Contact Tahlia Eastman, Indigenous Graduate Research Program Coordinator to find out more.
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Current Scholars and Graduates
Information for Prospective Scholars
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Melbourne Poche PhD Familiarisation Program
The Melbourne Poche PhD Familiarisation Program opens the door to graduate research.
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PhD Scholarships
Explore research project based PhD scholarships
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Preparing your PhD application
Explore things to consider and supports available as you prepare your application for PhD study
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A PhD with MDHS
A five-part package for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander PhD scholars enrolled with MDHS at Uni Melb
Support for Scholars
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Student Support
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PhD Pathways
While no two PhDs are exactly the same, this page provides an at-a-glance overview of what's involved before, during and after a PhD.
We've captured mandatory milestones, optional programs and certificates, and available supports. -
Dungala Kaiela Research Fellows Program
Providing a pathway for emerging researchers and leaders working in health to undertake their PhD through the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS) at the University of Melbourne while living in the Goulburn Valley region
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Supervisors