Australian National University

Chinese Language Major

Mandarin Chinese is a globally significant language, and understanding it is increasingly valuable due to China's growing influence. This major provides a comprehensive study of Standard Modern Chinese (Mandarin), developing your skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing from beginner to advanced levels. It equips you for careers related to China and for further research in Chinese studies. The program also accommodates heritage and background speakers with advanced translation and reading courses. Opportunities to study in China or other Mandarin-speaking regions are available, with scholarships offered to qualified students. The curriculum can also include Cantonese and Literary Chinese, and students may take elective courses in Asian languages and studies.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Philosophy

The Australian National University's Research School of Social Sciences offers a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Philosophy, focusing on training students to conduct original philosophical research. The program is designed for students who typically enter with a strong foundation in philosophy and aim to produce a thesis that establishes them as experts in their field. Graduates often pursue careers as academic researchers but may also opt for non-academic paths. The ANU Philosophy program is highly regarded, ranked 1st in Oceania and 8th globally.

Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering

The Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering is a two-year graduate program offered by the ANU College of Systems and Society. This degree focuses on advanced topics in electrical engineering and computing, equipping students with specialized knowledge and practical skills. Designed for those with an undergraduate background in engineering or a related field, the program allows for a significant degree of specialization through elective courses. Graduates will be prepared for advanced roles in the engineering sector, research, and development.

Master of Philosophy, Research School of Humanities and the Arts

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a two-year research-focused degree offered by the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences. This program is designed for students who wish to undertake in-depth independent research under expert supervision, contributing original work to their chosen field. The MPhil involves the submission and examination of a thesis, which can be up to 60,000 words. In some cases, with approval, the thesis may take an alternative form, such as a performance or a body of creative work. Students will also complete at least 12 units of coursework, focusing on research methodologies and theories relevant to their thesis topic.

Master of Science in Astronomy & Astrophysics

Programming Fundamentals

This graduate course, offered by the School of Computing, is designed for postgraduate students who have no prior programming background. It aims to provide a strong foundation in programming principles before students move on to more advanced topics. The course will guide you through the fundamentals of structured programming using an industrial-strength object-oriented programming language. You will learn to think computationally, understand how computer programs execute, and develop essential problem-solving skills. This includes designing algorithms, writing, testing, and debugging code. The course also covers the use of standard data structures like lists, trees, and hash tables, and introduces basic concepts of algorithmic complexity analysis.

ASEAN-Australia Awards Scholarships

Open to citizens of eligible ASEAN countries (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and Timor-Leste) applying for a master's degree by coursework or research at an Australian university. Applicants need a strong academic record, leadership potential, relevant work experience and English proficiency, and must meet Australian visa and health requirements. Exact terms are set each cycle by the Australian Government.

Forrest Research Foundation Post-doctoral Fellowships

Open to early-career post-doctoral researchers of any nationality and from all academic disciplines. Applicants must be in the final year of their PhD or no more than two years past PhD completion at the time of taking up the fellowship, be proficient in English, and meet the employment-eligibility conditions of the host Western Australian university. Fellows must reside at Forrest Hall in Perth for the full term and commit to mentoring Forrest Scholars, undertaking ambassadorial duties and providing leadership within Forrest Hall.

Hansen Scholarship at the University of Melbourne

Australian citizens, permanent residents or holders of an Australian temporary or permanent protection visa who are enrolled in an Australian Year 12 or IB programme, aged 16-20 at application, with a predicted ATAR of 90+ (or IB equivalent) and demonstrated financial hardship (e.g. a family receiving Centrelink benefits). Asylum seekers are eligible for full fee remission.

Australia Awards Scholarships

Open to citizens of ~30+ eligible developing countries (mostly the Indo-Pacific), who are not married to/engaged to an Australian or NZ citizen, meet academic and English requirements, and commit to returning home for at least 2 years after study. Fields must align with the partner country's development priorities.

University of Sydney International Research Scholarship (USydIS)

For international students undertaking a postgraduate research degree (a master's by research or a PhD) at the University of Sydney. It covers tuition fees and a living-allowance stipend; applicants need a strong research background and a confirmed place and supervisor for their research project.

University of Melbourne CIS PhD Scholarship

Open to domestic and international students of all nationalities. Applicants must hold a Master of Computer Science from the University of Melbourne, apply for the Doctor of Philosophy – Engineering and IT (Computing and Information Systems) programme (DR-PHILEIT), and demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership, and research potential. A research proposal, a personal statement, and a letter of support from the proposed PhD supervisor are required.