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Doctor of Philosophy (Industry)

PhD / Doctoral.
Monash University

58

in world overall ranking*

6

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This innovative program provides the next generation of researchers with the skills to work at the interface of academia and industry. This program stands distinct through its portfolio-based approach, industry-scoped and led projects, time a student spends in industry, and the examinable component. Students are expected to spend a substantial part of their candidature embedded with the industry partner to deliver world-class, impactful research that benefits industry, the economy and broader society.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for research careers that bridge universities and industry, delivering impactful outcomes for organisations and society. Potential pathways include R&D roles in engineering and technology companies, applied research positions with industry partners, innovation and commercialisation teams, and academic or research institute careers with strong external collaboration. It is a PhD / Doctoral qualification for advanced engineering research and industry-facing innovation leadership. Preparing graduates for engineering innovation, industrial research, and doctoral study.


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$59,600 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

4 years

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Clayton

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E8011

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY-BASED LEARNING PLACEMENT SCHOLARSHIPS

A$18,000

tick iconPHARMACY INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$100,000

tick iconMONASH INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR EXCELLENCE

Up to A$40,000

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