1) Identify your eligibility for a research degree through the admission requirements for a research degree and check English Proficiency Requirements.

Please note that as an International Applicant you will also be liable for tuition fees throughout the course of your candidature. It may be reasonable to consider whether you will be able to meet the fee liability prior to submitting an application.

2) After identifying your admission eligibility, identify and contact a potential supervisor.

3) Once you have received agreement from the potential supervisor to lodge a full application, prepare a research proposal which will outline the research question you wish to examine, a rationale for your choice and a brief review of the methodology you wish to use exploring the question. (Approximately 300 500 words).

4) Submit your application on the application form to the University International Office. You will need to include a research proposal, your qualifications, your passport and other document as required.

Find out more about being an international Higher Degree Research student at ACU.