Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Evolutionary Biology in Australia
Positions in evolutionary biology in australia
3 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open positions in evolutionary biology in Australia include Macquarie University, University of Melbourne and University in Western Australia.
Macquarie University
Australia
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1 week ago
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Philosophy of Biology and Evolutionary Biology at Macquarie University , Sydney, Australia. This ARC Discovery Project role sits within the Theory and Methods in Bioscience group and the Philosophy Discipline, with affiliation to the University of Sydney’s Charles Perkins Centre. The project, Health, Biological Fitness and Environmental Diversity , explores how the organism-environment interface shapes biological fitness, adaptation, and health. The successful can...
Evolutionary Biology
Biology
Salud Pública
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1 week ago
University of Melbourne
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1 month ago
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Research Degree Opportunity at the University of Melbourne This project is titled Reptile macroecology & biodiversity and is offered by the School of BioSciences, Faculty of Science at the University of Melbourne in Australia (Parkville campus). The project will investigate the global-scale biodiversity of reptiles, or potentially all land vertebrates, across multiple dimensions: taxonomic, phylogenetic, morphological, life history, physiological, and functional . This is a strong fit for studen...
Physiology
Evolutionary Biology
Ecology
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University in Western Australia
Australia
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2 months ago
PhD opportunity at The University of Western Australia in the School of Biological Sciences with Dr Renee Firman. This funded PhD project investigates microplastic toxicity and its transgenerational implications , with a strong focus on how plastic pollution and associated chemical additives affect animal reproduction, development, and fitness across generations. The project sits at the intersection of ecology , ecotoxicology , evolution , behavioural biology , and zoology , and there is scope f...
Evolutionary Biology
Ecology
Environmental Science
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2 months ago
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Living costs in Australia
Estimated costs in Australia.
MonthlyYearly | Australia |
|---|---|
 University Tuition Average PhD tuition per year | A$34.1k $22,000/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | A$1.9k $1,200/yr |
 Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | A$1.1k $700/yr |
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | A$4.5k $2,880/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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Massey University
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Research Interests
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Research Interests
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Macquarie University
Australia
Research Interests
Biological Anthropology
Ecology
Evolutionary Biology
Evolutionary Anthropology
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University of Queensland
Australia
Research Interests
Conservation Biology
Entomology
Evolutionary Biology
Host-parasite Interaction
Ecological Genetics
Head of Plant Discovery and Evolution Research
The Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust
Australia
Research Interests
Botany
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Evolutionary Biology
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Monash Graduate Scholarship
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Monash UniversityAustraliaAnnual
AustraliaAnnualMonash Graduate Scholarship supports domestic and international students undertaking research master's or PhD study at Monash University in Australia, typically with a living-cost stipend and, in some cases, additional scholarship support.
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Research Training Program (RTP)
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Australian GovernmentAustraliaAnnual
AustraliaAnnualThe Research Training Program (RTP) supports higher degree by research students at Australian universities, typically for Master's by Research and PhD study. Funding and eligibility are administered by each participating university.
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CSIRO Industry PhD Program
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.