Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD Opportunities in Biophysics in Australia
Phd Positions in biophysics in australia
2 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open PhD positions in biophysics in Australia include University of Sydney and La Trobe University.
University of Sydney
Top university
Australia
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1 month ago
Top university
2 fully funded PhD positions are available at the University of Sydney in the School of Biomedical Engineering with Dr. Kaiyue Ma . The research sits at the intersection of genetics , molecular biology , and translational biomedical science, with a strong focus on turning biodiversity discoveries into real-world applications. Key themes include medical genetics (variant interpretation, neuromuscular diseases such as FSHD and Duchenne/Becker), molecular biotechnologies (gene editing and gene ther...
Immunology
Biochemistry
Computer Science
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Donna Whelan
La Trobe University
Australia
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2 months ago
La Trobe University is advertising two funded PhD positions in a research program led by Donna Whelan (Senior Lecturer) in Bendigo, Australia. The projects sit at the intersection of DNA repair , advanced microscopy , single-molecule biophysics , and quantitative biology , with a strong emphasis on understanding how proteins locate the correct place on DNA and how damaged DNA is found and repaired. Project 1: DNA Damage with Advanced Imaging (PRO-26144) This PhD will investigate how cells find a...
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
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2 months ago
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Knut Drescher
University of Basel
Switzerland
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2 weeks ago
PhD student – Molecular microbiology of bacterial biofilms at the Biozentrum, University of Basel (Switzerland). The research group of Prof. Knut Drescher is seeking a PhD student to study the molecular microbiology of bacterial biofilms . The project focuses on how biofilm communities develop emergent behaviors that do not occur in isolated bacterial cells, with relevance to both basic biology and human infections. Research topics include bacterial biofilms , transcriptomics , genetics , confoc...
Microbiology
Biology
Microscopy
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2 weeks ago
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
Popular professors
Professor
University of New South Wales
Australia
Research Interests
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Quantum Physics
Astroparticle Physics
Atomic Physics
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Professor
RMIT University
Australia
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Electromagnetic
Terahertz Technology
Photonic
Microwave Engineering
Professor of Computer Systems
University of Sydney
Australia
Research Interests
Hardware Engineering
Computational Neuroscience
Computer Architecture
Field-programmable Gate Arrays
High Performance Computing
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Australian National University
Australia
Research Interests
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Flinders University
Australia
Research Interests
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Griffith University
Australia
Research Interests
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Scholarships relevant to you
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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Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)AustraliaAnnual
AustraliaAnnualThe CSIRO Industry PhD Program is a four-year Australian PhD training scheme linking universities, CSIRO and industry partners through applied research projects with scholarship support and industry engagement.
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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.