A step-by-step guide
If you plan to start a research degree in 2025:
You can apply through UniSA and begin your studies with us. Research degree applications are made through our secure online portal. Follow the steps below to start your journey. Students will be highly supported for a smooth transition to the new Adelaide University in 2026.
If you plan to start a research degree in 2026:
You can apply for a research degree through the new Adelaide University. Applications are now open.
Explore the types of degrees available, discover the diverse range of research projects, or search for a potential supervisor via the Adelaide University Research Degrees page.
You can apply for admission at any time. However, if you’d like to be considered for any scholarship(s), you’ll need to apply within a scholarship round.
At UniSA, all research degree applications are made to a specific project as listed on our research projects page. Some projects have living allowance scholarship funding, and all projects list the Principal Supervisor. New projects are listed regularly, so please complete our expression of interest form if you wish to be notified of new projects in the future.
If you wish to develop your own project please review our guidelines about this, and contact the Graduate Research Admissions team if you have any questions.
