DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
KPT / JPT( N / 0900 / 8 / 0002) 08 / 31- MQA / SWA17710
Undertaking a PhD at Monash is one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences we can offer you. Be part of a proud tradition of research excellence.
Monash provides medical, surgical and health sciences research training that’ s recognised and respected worldwide for its excellence and relevance. Your PhD consists of an extensive, independent research project in your discipline of choice, supported by a minimum of two academic supervisors throughout your candidature. Your study will result in a research thesis which makes a valuable contribution to the current body of knowledge on your chosen topic.
Areas of research
• Biochemistry and molecular biology
• Epidemiology and preventive medicine
• General practice
• Infectious diseases and immunity
• Medical education
• Medicine
• Microbiology
• Neuroscience
• Nanomedicine
• Public health
• Paediatrics
• Pharmacology
• Physiology
• Psychology
• Surgery
• Toxicology.
Course structure
The course consists of a research and thesis component. You must submit for assessment a thesis of not more than 80,000 words. Your research training is further enhanced by professional development activities or coursework units designed to support you in your academic and professional development.
3 – 4 years( full-time) 6 – 8 years( part-time)*
Your PhD research project is to be conceived from the outset as clearly achievable within three years equivalent full-time, and you’ re expected to complete your degree within three to four years equivalent full-time.
Throughout the year
( subject to availability of supervision)
Research
RM48,480 Malaysian student
RM54,720 International student 2026 fees per year
* Part-time study is not available for international students.
My experience at Monash was incredibly fulfilling. I cherished the strong sense of companionship shared with my friends and colleagues, and the easy access to various facilities and world-class research equipment on campus.
One of my most unforgettable moments was visiting University of Tartu in Estonia and the lab of renowned researcher Professor Andres Merits, an expert in Chikungunya virus, which is the subject of my postgraduate research. I gained a wealth of experience and knowledge from the visit.”
DR NUR AMELIA AZREEN ADNAN
Doctor of Philosophy
Scientist, Malaysia Genome and Vaccine Institute( National Institutes of Biotechnology Malaysia)
Nur Amelia’ s research at Monash focused on protein-protein interactions between the viral proteins of mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus and human host proteins. Understanding how hosts respond to viruses can assist in identifying targets for therapeutic intervention.
During her research, she developed an interest in molecular biology. This led her to further her career ambitions as a post-doctoral researcher at a start-up biotechnology company with Universiti Malaya, where she currently conducts research in stem cells and contributes to initiatives aimed at providing cellular biotechnology to complement the field of regenerative medicine.
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