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Doctor of Philosophy (Biology and Chemistry) – IFM

PhD / Doctoral.
Deakin University

250

in world overall ranking*

13

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

Deakin’s Doctor of Philosophy (Biology and Chemistry) at the Institute for Frontier Materials (IFM) is a research degree focused on advanced materials and chemical sciences. You will work with an appointed academic supervisor (and associate supervisors as needed) to define and conduct an original research project, culminating in a thesis. Study can be undertaken on campus or online, typically over full-time or part-time equivalent enrolment. This is a PhD / Doctoral research programme in Sciences.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for research-intensive careers where advanced biological and chemical sciences intersect with materials innovation. Career pathways commonly include research scientist roles in universities, government agencies and industry R&D, as well as specialist positions in advanced materials, chemical technology and related laboratory environments. The programme also supports progression to postdoctoral research and research leadership trajectories. This is a PhD / Doctoral qualification in Sciences.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$45,600 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

3 years

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Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3

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Online
Burwood (Melbourne)
Waurn Ponds (Geelong)

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F902

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconDEAKIN INTERANTIONAL SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

tick iconDEAKIN ALUMNI POSTGRADUATE BURSARY

15% of reduction per unit

tick iconDEAKIN WARRNAMBOOL RESIDENTIAL INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of accommodation fees

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