Becoming a student

All students enroll for their degree through a university and undertake their research at the Institute under the supervision of an Institute researcher. Eligibility and conditions for completion of the degree are primarily those of the enrolling universities.

Enrollment through a university department can be accomplished either by contacting a potential supervisor at the Institute or, particularly for honours studies, by contacting a course supervisor at the university of choice. Most university departments welcome supervision at research institutes.

For PhD and other postgraduate students, scholarships can be obtained by applying for the University and Australian Postgraduate Awards or to other organisations such as the National Health and Medical Research Council. The applications must be made via a university but Institute supervisors can help select the appropriate department and assist to make the application. Some supervisors can also arrange PhD and postgraduate stipends or have access to scholarships. Students should contact prospective supervisors or project leaders for information. The contact details can be found in the research divisions section of this website.

The 2009 Prospective Postgraduate Student Evening will be held on August 20, 2009 from 4pm to 6pm at the Telethon Institute.  If you would like further information about the student evening, please email study@ichr.uwa.edu.au

The evening includes the opportunity to speak with project leaders and other students about the unique opportunities for postgraduate research at the Institute. Refreshments are also provided.

The 2010 project booklet is now available below. The listed projects are a guide only and not a definitive list.

2010 Project Booklet (2.5MB)

For further information about how to become a student at the Institute or to register your interest in the Prospective Postgraduate Student Evening, please email study@ichr.uwa.edu.au