PhD (Applied Biology & Biotechnology)

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

PhD (Philosophy Doctorate)

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

079683D

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Melbourne City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 39,360 / yaer

Next Intake March-2026

PhD (Applied Biology & Biotechnology)

About

RMIT has a strong reputation for research and teaching in fundamental science and advanced molecular technologies.

Our innovative programs and projects address real-world issues essential to Australia’s innovation agenda.

Research within this discipline uses molecular approaches to diagnose and synthesise solutions for disease and environmental problems.

Under expert supervision, you will develop your skills and join researchers already active in:

aquatic and marine biology
ecotoxicology (biomarkers for environmental pollutants)
bioremediation of contaminated environments
environmental and molecular approaches to diagnose and develop solutions for disease, agricultural and environmental problems
genomics and sequencing techniques applied to various organisms
microbiology (food, medical, environmental and nano biotechnology, vaccine development, fundamentals of host/pathogen interactions)
plant biology (plant biotechnology and genomics, molecular plant breeding, ecotoxicogenomics, fire and environmental ecology).

RMIT has purpose-built biotechnology labs and advanced microscopy, spectroscopy, tissue culture, microbiology, nanobiotechnology and analytical biochemistry, and experimental animal house facilities located at our Bundoora and City campuses.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission to a PhD program are:

A bachelor's degree requiring at least four (4) years of full-time study in a relevant discipline awarded with honours. The degree should include a research component comprised of a thesis, other research projects or research methodology subjects that constitute at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent). The applicant must have achieved at least a distinction average in the final year. OR
A master's degree that includes a research component comprised of at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent) with an overall distinction average; OR
A master's degree without a research component with at least a high distinction average; OR
Evidence of appropriate academic qualifications and/or experience that satisfies the Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research Training and Development or nominee that the applicant has developed knowledge of the field of study or cognate field and the potential for research sufficient to undertake the proposed program.

At RMIT a grade of distinction represents academic achievement of 70% or higher and a high distinction is 80% or higher.

If you are a current master by research candidate, you are able to apply for a transfer to a doctor of philosophy program through the process prescribed in the RMIT Higher Degree by Research policy.

English Program Requirements

To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

Career

You will be able to pursue an academic career in a university or be employed in senior leadership and management positions in government, scientific and industrial research laboratories.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 39,360

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

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