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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

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The Australian National University provides PhD students with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support .  When selecting a research program, an institution's reputation is everything. ANU is one of the world's leading universities, and the smart choice for your research program.

As a PhD student you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field. Your research will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.

What you will learn

The major component of a research program is a substantial written work known as a thesis, which investigates a particular subject or issue. As a research student, you will work with increased independence, under the direction of an academic supervisor or a supervisory panel of academic staff.

A PhD will normally take you between 2-4 years to complete.

Research topics

We have a wide range of potential research topics. They range from short-term PhB projects to year-long honours and graduate projects to three-year PhD projects.

What it's like to be a research student

Forensic scientist making a positive difference

"I didn't even know what a PhD was, let alone had the confidence to think that this was something I could undertake."

Read how Jodie became a Superstar of STEM

From the village to the lab

PhD student Thilaga Velusamy takes us on her journey from a small village in India, to research laboratories at the John Curtin School of Medical Research.

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The MD with a PhD

Danielle Butler, MD, is now graduating as a different kind of doctor—“As my colleagues at the Research School of Population Health would say, now I’m actually a  real  doctor!” she laughs—with her roles as clinician and researcher proving mutually beneficial.

Read about Danielle's healthcare research

Honorable applicants

Doctor of Philosophy program you will be required to have completed at least a four-year Australian degree with first class honours or equivalent.

English language requirements

All applicants must meet the University’s English Language Admission Requirements for Students.

World class facilities

Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and support, including labs, computational services and recreation and relaxation rooms.

Researcher careers

The Doctor of Philosophy is your gateway to an academic or research career in health and medicine. In addition to academia, PhD graduates work in diverse fields within government, education, industry and media.

One grad's bumpy ride to a PhD

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ANU offers many scholarships both to overcome disadvantage and to recognise academic merit.

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Understand the entry requirements

To be eligible to be considered for admission to a postgraduate research degree at ANU, you must hold:

• An Australian Bachelor degree with at least Second Class Honours - Upper (First Class Honours is often required) or its international equivalent, or
• Another degree with a significant research/thesis component that may be assessed as equivalent to paragraph (1), or
• A combination of qualifications, research publications and/or professional experience related to the field of study that may be assessed as equivalent to paragraph (1).

All applicants must meet the University's English Language Admission Requirements for students.  

Find an academic supervisor

Prospective research students first need to identify a research project and find an academic supervisor.

Review the  fields of research  we offer and contact the academic convenor for advice about potential projects, supervisors, and the pre-application process. The  ANU Researchers  website is also a good place to start looking for a supervisor.

Email your academic supervisor directly to enquire about projects and supervision. Your email should outline the reason(s) why you are attracted to their field of research, the type of research you would like to pursue and a summary of your academic qualifications and research experience. You may also submit a short research proposal, however, this is not mandatory at this point.

The academic supervisor may contact you to discuss your research proposal and possibly other projects, or they may forward your email to other staff in the research school / centre.

Once an academic supervisor has been confirmed to support your application you may proceed to step three.

If you are not sure which area of research or supervisor matches your interest please complete an  expression of interest  and we will get in contact with you. Do not proceed to next step until advised.

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ANU Colleges and individual research schools, offer a number of  scholarships  which are awarded on a merit basis. You can also talk to your academic supervisor about other sources of funding you might access to assist with living expenses and tuition fees.

Please note, international research scholarships are only awarded to outstanding students and are extremely competitive. Domestic students should be aware that if you are applying for mid-year entry your chances of obtaining scholarship funding may be greatly diminished.

Scholarship applications are included in the program application process, step four.

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Applicants should  apply online . Application for admission to a higher degree by research and scholarship is combined in the single application. A one page research proposal and three academic referee reports also need to be included. Ask your referees to complete the  referee report form  and submit directly to ANU.

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Introducing Flinders University's MD and PhD program

This program is currently not available to international students. Please contact us at [email protected] for more information or continue to explore course options . 

South Australia's first MD-PhD program.

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Kickstart your career as a clinician scientist by integrating a PhD in your MD.

You can reap the rewards of medical research with this well-supported and structured pathway to become a clinical scientist and future leader., you will receive a high standard of clinical and formal medical training, as well as equip yourself with the tools needed to pursue a future in health and medical research..

Duration:  7 years

Delivery mode:  On-campus (MD component) Online

Availability: Full-time

Start dates: February 2024 (MD component) 2026 (PhD component)

Annual indicative fees (2023):

MD: $11,800 (Commonwealth supported) $55,353 (Full fee paying) PhD: domestic student tuition covered by RTP Fee Offset.

PhD research areas: View here

Your pathway to becoming a clinician scientist

Interested in a career pursuing life-changing research as well as treating patients in a clinical setting, our intercalated md-phd program will allow you to take your medical career to the next level by pursuing a research doctorate within your doctor of medicine. the three-year (full-time) phd component is intercalated within the md program, providing you with a high standard of professional medical training alongside the opportunity to make a significant contribution to knowledge in your chosen field., you will begin the md for the first two years before pursuing the phd research component in years three, four and five. the final two years of your study will conclude the md component and allow you to become a hospital intern and qualify for medical registration. .

• Clinical scientist
• Medical specialist
• Health policy development
• General practitioner
• Hospital medical officer
• Academic and research institutions
• Hospital and clinical laboratories
• Government health departments and agencies
• Pathology services
• Health support services

Professional accreditation/recognition

The Flinders University medical program has been re-accredited by the Australian Medical Council until 31 March 2025. Graduates of the Medicine degree will be registered with the Medical Board of Australia and permitted to practise medicine in Australia.

"Combining research with medicine enables recognition of gaps in clinical care and provides insight into features of disease. This combination accelerates translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to clinical implementation, ultimately reducing the burden of disease."

Dr Suzanne Mashtoub GradCertEd(HighEd) ’18, MD ’22

Our intercalated MD-PhD program

Doctor of Medicine (MD)-PhD​ Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements for a PhD

YEAR 1 (MD1) Enrol for the Research pathway of  MD Advanced Studies in semester 2​

YEAR 2 (MD2) Commence MD Advanced Studies research Midway through Year 2, discuss option to apply and enrol for a PhD with the MD Course Coordinator

YEARS 3, 4, 5 (PhD) Intermit the MD program and undertake  full-time PhD studies over the next 3 years

YEAR 6 (MD3) Commence MD Advanced Studies research

YEAR 7 (MD2) Complete Scholarship Outcomes (+CEA) and referee report to fulfil MD Advanced Studies Capstone requirements​ CEA = community engagement activity​

Graduate with an MD and PhD​​ *The research conducted within the MD Advanced Studies and PhD can be related. However, no work from the MD that will be submitted towards the MD Advanced Studies Capstone can be used towards the PhD, and vice versa.

Meet the team

"This new pathway to nurture the clinician scientists of the future will draw on the combined strengths of Flinders University’s successful MD program together with world-class research being conducted at the Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute and will help bridge the current ‘translational research’ gap.”

Associate Professor Savio George Barreto, Professor Briony Forbes, Professor Alison Jones, Professor Peter Eastwood Academic Leads for MD-PhD program

Entry requirements

Applicants need to hold a Bachelor degree with either an integrated Honours year or a separate 1 year Honours and be admitted into the Doctor of Medicine.

Check your eligibility for the Doctor of Medicine

Applicants must be currently enrolled in the Doctor of Medicine

Check your eligibility for a PhD

Entry criteria vary between HDR courses so you must check admission requirements for your chosen degree.

Find a Supervisor - Clinical Translation

Outline your research project and seek a supervisor.

Find a Supervisor - Healthy Communities

Find a supervisor - molecular biosciences, frequently asked questions.

This program is available to the health and medical disciplines and the PhD in Clinical Translation and PhD in Healthy Communities . All our research supervisors are leaders in their field in both Australia and overseas, who draw on their extensive knowledge and networks to help you deliver valuable research outcomes. To find a supervisor, you'll first need to identify an  area of interest . Then, get in touch with a supervisor of your choice.

Yes, under the assumption that you complete your PhD in three years the MD-PhD program is seven years.

PhD applications open a year ahead of the intended year of PhD study.

The usual PhD scholarships and stipends are available to domestic students in this program. These vary between fields so it’s best to discuss with your supervisor. A range of Higher Degree by Research (HDR) scholarships are awarded on academic merit and research potential. For more information see Scholarships and Fees.

Unfortunately, this program is currently not available to international students. Please contact us at [email protected] for more information or continue to explore course options.  

Students undertaking the MD-PhD program undertake two years of the MD component before studying the PhD in years three, four and five. The final two years of the MD component are then completed following the research doctorate. 

You will be immersed in two cohorts, your PhD student peers and the MD students. You will have a wide local and international network at the end of the program. 

Yes, you will be awarded both degrees. 

No, not at all. Change to one degree, for example your MD, would not impact the other degree, for instance your PhD. These degrees are also assessed separately. Exit degrees and awards exist within the MD and Doctor of Philosophy at Flinders University. Further details are available here.  A transfer will impact the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and have implications for an international student's visa.

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Course overview

Launched in 2011 as the first Australian medical course at masters level , the Melbourne MD created a new benchmark in 21st century medical education.

Ten years later, it was time to once again take the educational lead by introducing our redesigned MD course, offering unprecedented levels of flexibility to those beginning their medical career.

Designed for students who have completed their undergraduate studies and are committed to professional training, the Melbourne MD supports both the personal and professional development of each individual. The redesigned course aims to produce high quality medical professionals who can thrive in complex environments and be the leaders of change.

It delivers advanced clinical and academic training to ensure students are prepared for the challenges of internship and an increasingly diverse medical career. With an emphasis on choice and customisation, the Melbourne MD allows students to build their own future.

Rural Pathway

As part of the University of Melbourne’s commitment to rural health, the Melbourne Medical School in the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences offers a Rural Pathway option to the Doctor of Medicine, where training for the entire degree is conducted in rural Victoria.

The first intake commenced in 2022 with a total of 30 Commonwealth-Supported Places (Bonded Medical Places) offered admission into the Doctor of Medicine through the rural pathway.

15 places are reserved in each intake for graduates of La Trobe University’s Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (Medical) degree, based in Bendigo and Albury-Wodonga. Students must apply through VTAC or UAC and enquiries should be directed to La Trobe University.

A further 15 places are available for students who have completed an undergraduate degree and are able to demonstrate their rural origins and continuing commitment to rural life. Applications for these 15 places are made directly to the University of Melbourne. For more information on the application process for the Rural Pathway please see the How to Apply section.

For more information, please see the Rural Pathway page .

Strong partnerships

As one of the world's premier medical and research institutions, the Melbourne Medical School has strong partnerships with outstanding hospitals in the public and private sectors as well as some of Australia's leading medical research institutes. Exciting new developments in the fields of cancer, neuroscience and infectious diseases will enrich the research experiences of our students.

Recent information sessions

Doctor of medicine information session: 2025 intake.

When:   Wednesday 17 April 2024, 6.00-7.00pm AEST

Hear from key academics at the Melbourne Medical School and learn more about the Doctor of Medicine (MD). This will also be an opportunity for you to ask questions and meet our current students and find out more about their MD experiences.

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Doctor of Medicine Rural Pathway Information Session: 2025 Intake

When:   Thursday 18 April 2024, 6.00-7.00pm AEST

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Doctor of Philosophy

As a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidate, you’ll complete a substantial program of independent and original research in your chosen field of study. A PhD prepares you for a range of careers - from academic to industry and is the highest degree qualification available. 

• 3–4 years (full time) minimum commitment of 35 – 40 hours per week or
• 6–8 years (part time) minimum commitment of 15 hours per week.
• Offered in all Faculties
• A thesis of no more than 100,000 words.

Entry requirements

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UNSW undertakes world-class research that tackles some of the greatest challenges facing society today. When you join the UNSW research community, you join a passionate collective of people who are using research to transform minds, transform lives, and transform the world.

UNSW will support you to develop the skills and expertise you need to make a difference in your field. We are committed to providing you with an unmatched PhD experience that includes outstanding research training and mentorship, world-class supervision, and access to research environments defined by excellence and collaboration.

You will receive advanced specialist research training and produce a thesis that provides evidence for independent thought, critical analysis, and expert knowledge of the discipline in an international context. In some disciplines, creative work may form part of the thesis.

Find information about individual PhD programs and codes on the UNSW Handbook .

Learn about the graduate attributes and learning outcomes for UNSW higher degree research programs here . 

The minimum requirement for admission to a PhD is:

• A UNSW Bachelor degree with first or upper second class Honours from UNSW; or
• a completed Master by Research from UNSW with a substantial research component and demonstrated capacity for timely completion of a high quality research thesis; or
• an equivalent qualification from a tertiary institution as determined by the Faculty Higher Degree Committee (HDC)

The minimum requirement for UNSW Scholarship with admission to a PhD is:

• a four year Bachelor degree with first or upper second class Honours from an Australian institution or equivalent research qualification as above.

You may think of yourself as a student, but we think of you as a professional researcher in the early stages of a long and vibrant career.

UNSW will provide you with the skills and expertise to pursue a range of career pathways after you graduate, from academia to industry.

As a PhD candidate, you’ll have access to a wealth of opportunities to work with and alongside industry through industry PhD programs to internships and mentorships .

You’ll also have access to the most comprehensive student entrepreneurship program in Australia, that can help you develop your ideas, raise capital and launch a startup.

Fees and costs

The costs associated with enrolment in a research higher degree program vary depending on whether you are a domestic or international candidate. Learn more about the fees and costs here .

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medicine

The Centre for Heart Rhythm Disorders (CHRD) offers exciting postgraduate research opportunities in the area of cardiovascular disease.

The PhD in Medicine program involves two to four years of research for a full time candidate or the equivalent in half time candidature. Candidates will develop the capacity to conduct research independently at a high level of originality and quality to make a significant original contribution to knowledge in the discipline.

For information on how to apply, scholarships available and administrative matters related to Higher Degress by Research at The University of Adelaide, please contact Adelaide Graduate Centre .

Supervisors

Prof Prash Sanders

Research interests: Atrial fribillation, cardiac electrophysiology, pacemaker implantation, cardiac defibrillator implantation, cardiac resynchronization.

Professor Jeroen Hendriks

Research interests: I ntegrated Chronic Care Management in cardiac care – heart rhythm diseases, particularly atrial fibrillation, and the translation of this approach in chronic heart disease, integrating primary and secondary care services.

Dr Adrian Elliott

Research interests:  role of exercise testing and interventions in patients with cardiovascular disease, particularly those with cardiac arrhythmias, heart failure and implanted devices.

Dr Melissa Middeldorp

Research interests: Risk factors and the relationship with atrial fibrillation, Gender differences in atrial fibrillation outcomes, Ablation outcomes in patients with atrial fibrillation.

Assoc Prof Christopher Wong

Research interests: Cardiovascular medicine, heart rhythm disorders, and public health.

PhD Students

A list of current students and topics can be found here .

A selection of PhD thesis completed at the Centre for Heart Rhythm Disorders. The theses can be read by accessing Adelaide Research & Scholarship or the University of Adelaide library .

Completed PhD students and titles.

Jean-Jacques Noubiap Nzeale

Title: Screening, risk stratification and management of atrial fibrillation (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Dr M Middeldorp, Dr G Thomas)

Mehrdad Emami

Title: Cardiac ablation by electroporation: Effects of pulsed field ablation, field strength and repetition on lesion characteristics in the atria and ventricle (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Assoc Prof D Lau, Prof J Hendriks)

Bradley Pitman

Title: Comprehensive Evaluation of Clinical Care: In Patients with Cardiac Implanted Electronic Devices and Arrhythmias: Action towards Improved Workflow and Outcomes (Supervisors: Assoc Prof D Lau, Prof P Sanders, Assoc Prof C Wong)

Varun Malik

Title: Autonomic function in atrial fibrillation (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Prof L Arnolda)

Kadhim Kadhim

Title: Sleep-disordered breathing and atrial fibrillation: Prevalence, detection and mechanistic insights (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Prof D Linz, Assoc Prof D Lau)

Ricardo Mishima

Title: Physical activity and cardiorespiratory fitness in atrial fibrillation incidence, prognosis, and pathophysiology  (Supervisors: Dr A Elliott, Prof P Sanders)

Andien Munawar

Title: Effectiveness of Cardiac Algorithm in Preventing Atrial Fibrillation  (Supervisors: P Sanders, Assoc Prof D Lau, Dr R Mahajan)

Rachel Wells

Title: Postural tachycardia syndrome  (Supervisors: Assoc Prof D Lau, Assoc Prof A Page)

Kashif Khokhar

Title: Pre-HTN and AF; Role of Non-invasive Central BP to improve risk profiling (Supervisors: Assoc Prof D Lau, Prof P Sanders, Dr M Stiles)

Chrishan Nalliah

Title: The impact of renal transplantation on cardiac arrhythmia burden and type and risk of CD in patients with CKD (Supervisors: Prof J Kalman, Prof P Kistler, Prof P Sanders)

Thomas Agbaedeng

Title: Atrial Fibrillation and Sudden Cardiac Death in Obesity: An Investigation of the Arrhythmogenicity of Epicardial Fat (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Assoc Prof D Lau, Dr R Mahajan)

Christian Verdicchio      

Title: Exercise in Atrial Fibrillation (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Dr A Elliott, Dr R Mahajan)            

Celine Gallagher             

Title: Improving Patient Outcomes and Reducing Health Care Burden - The Need for a New Paradigm of Care Delivery for Atrial Fibrillation (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Dr J Hendriks, Dr C Wong)

Melissa Middeldorp                     

Title: Characterisation of Atrial Fibrillation Patients: Risk Factors, Progression, Gender and Thrombogenic Risk (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Assoc Prof D Lau, Dr A Elliott)

Timothy Baillie

Title: Invasive and Non-Invasive Assessment of Vascular Reactivity in Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders)

Jason Varzaly

Title: Surgical Management of Atrial Fibrillation (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Dr M Worthington, Assoc Prof D Lau)

Melissa Neo     

Title: Atrial Electrophysiological and Structural Changes in Obesity and Diabetes Mellitus (Supervisors: Prof D Saint, Prof P Sanders)

Wei Wen Lim   

Title: Cardiac Remodeling in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and Diabesity (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Prof D Saint, Dr P Kuklik, Dr A Ganesan, Dr M Baumert, Prof C Semsarian)

Darragh Twomey            

Title: The Impact of Weight Fluctuation on Atrial Substrate and the Prevention of Atrial Remodelling with the use of Anti-Fibrotics (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders)

Rajeev Pathak  

Title: Aggressive Risk Factor Reduction Study for Atrial Fibrillation (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Assoc Prof D Lau, Assoc Prof K Roberts-Thomson, Prof W Abhayaratna)

Christopher Wong         

Title: Epidemiology, Pathogenesis and Management of Atrial Fibrillation (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, A Prof K Roberts-Thomson)

Anand Ganesan               

Sachin nayyar  .

Title: High Density Mapping of Ventricular Scar – Insights into Mechanisms of Ventricular Tachycardia (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders)

Muayad Alasady             

Title: Atrial Arrhythmogenesis During Myocardial Infarction (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders)

Rajiv Mahajan  

Title: Obesity and atrial fibrillation: Characterization of Electro-strutural Atrial Substrate with Sustained Obesity and Reversal Upon Weight Reduction (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Prof J Selva, Dr A Brooks, Dr P Kuklik)

Geetanjali Rangnekar   

Title: The characterisation of risk factors, substrate and management strategies for atrial fibrillation. (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders)

Shivshankar Thanigaimani          

Title: Atrial reverse remodeling in hypertensive substrate (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Assoc Prof D Lau)

Carlee Schultz  

Title: Thrombogenesis in substrates for atrial fibrillation (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Dr A Brooks, Dr A Ganesan, Dr S Willoughby)

Nicholas Sjoberg             

Title: The modification of heart rate variability in normal, overweight and type 2 diabetic individuals (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders)

Hany Abed         

Title: Obesity and Atrial Electrical and Mechanical Remodeling: Implications for Atrial Fibrillation (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Prof G Wittert)

Han Lim              

Title: Mechanisms of Thrombogenesis in Atrial Fibrillation (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Dr S Willoughby, Assoc Prof M Worthley)

Hany Dimitri     

Title: Acute and chronic atrial remodeling in obstructive sleep apnoea : implications for atrial fibrillation (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders)

Payman Molaee              

Title: Assessment of left atrial structure and function in the setting of atrial fibrillation using cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Prof S Worthley)

Darryl Leong     

Title: The role of myocardial fibrosis and ventricular mechanical dyssynchrony in the pathogenesis and treatment of contractile myocardial dysfunction (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Prof S Worthley)

Angelo Carbone              

Title: The effects of omega-3 fatty acids in an ovine model of anthracycline-induced non-ischaemic cardiomyopathy (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders)

Dennis Lau         

Title: Substrate for atrial fibrillation in cardiomyopathies (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Assoc Prof D Saint, Dr L MacKenzie)

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Kelvin wong                     .

Title: Cardiac Flow Analysis Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Prof J Mazumdar, Prof D Abbott, Prof R Kelso, Prof S Worthley)

Cynthia Piantadosi          

Title: Effects of obesity and diet induced weight loss on cardiovascular risk factors, vascular and ventricular structure and function, prostate symptoms and sexual function in obese men (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders)

Daniel Ninio     

Title: An examination of the role of atrial stretch in the genesis of atrial fibrillation and the antiarrhythmic effects of dietary fish oil (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders)

Martin Stiles     

Title: Characterisation of the substrate of atrial fibrillation and flutter (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Assoc Prof G Young)  

Title: Electrical remodelling of the atria and pulmonary veins due to stretch in rheumatic mitral stenosis (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders, Prof S Chandy, Prof S Worthley)

Kelly Douglas   

Title: Mechanoelectric feedback in the mammalian heart (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders)

Haipeng Zhu     

Title: The expression and function of stretch-activated 2P-4TMD K⁺ channels in the heart (Supervisors: Prof P Sanders)

PhD activities

The CHRD has a vibrant research culture where our PhD program and activities are aimed at creating student experiences that are socially enriching in a supportive learning community. Regular PhD activities includes:

• The Journal Club - to share and discuss recent articles in academic literature
• ECG Tutorial - an interactive session for students to develop the necessary high level of ‘ECG literacy'
• Electrophysiology Research Meeting - a safe space for students to present and be critically evaluated on the progress of their research by fellow students, researchers and experts
• Educational events - multiple events throughout the year where students can hear from other national or international leaders and experts in the field present their work to the group

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Doctor of Medicine

Our UQ Doctor of Medicine will provide you with a world-class medical education. You'll gain hands-on experience preparing you to work in any global setting.

We nurture and educate medical graduates who are clinically excellent, team players, kind and compassionate, serve responsibly and dedicated to continual improvement of health among people and communities.

From 2023, we’ll be offering our revisioned Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, designed to build on the enthusiasm, maturity and diversity of our students. It features a streamlined structure that takes an integrated approach to active learning. Across the program you’ll be able to tailor your learning by choosing enrichment opportunities.

You'll join a 'learning community', a clinical home for your ongoing learning through the program.

• Year 1 focuses on fundamental concepts of medical sciences, clinical, professional and procedural skills, and the role of the doctor.
• Year 2, learn in clinical practice settings, developing knowledge and skills for medical practice, focusing on symptomatology of common conditions and clinical reasoning. 
• Year 3, be immersed in hospital and community settings, with structured teaching and clinical learning in the workplace.  

Your final semester is a dedicated Transition to Practice term where you will be an active pre-intern member of a clinical team – this will help you make the safe and effective transition to internship/residency and your ongoing medical career. 

USA citizen or permanent resident? You may be interested in our Doctor of Medicine (Ochsner) program, which provides students with an opportunity to spend 2 years in Brisbane, Australia and 2 years in New Orleans, Louisiana. Learn more

Program highlights

• Develop the advanced critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills required for safe, high-quality clinical practice.
• Build your own unique medical degree.
• Integrated, clinically-contextualised learning with early patient contact.
• Incorporate research into your medical degree.
• Accredited by the Australian Medical Council and recognised by the Medical Board of Australia.

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How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

• Work placements
• Overseas study
• Laboratory work
• Peer-assisted study sessions

What you'll study

At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:

• Foundations of Medicine
• Developing Skills in Medicine
• Clinical Immersion
• Advanced Practice
• Transition to Practice

See courses and program structure

Career possibilities

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

• General practitioner
• Patient assessor
• Public health manager
• Clinical academic
• Clinical research coordinator
• International aid worker
• Defence force member

Professional memberships

When you graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with the following professional organisations. Contact the organisation to find out how to become a member.

• Medical Board of Queensland

Program accreditation

The Doctor of Medicine is accredited by:

• Australian Medical Council

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Entry requirements

To be eligible for entry, you'll need:

• an adjusted ATAR 95 (or equivalent)
• Queensland Year 12 ( or equivalent ) English
• a competitive University Clinical Aptitude Test for Australia and New Zealand (UCAT ANZ) aggregate score from the year you apply, and
• to attend a multiple mini-interview (MMI) .
• to complete your first degree at UQ within the minimum time specified for the program
• a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale in your first degree, and
• to complete the MD subject prerequisite courses .
• a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) (known as a key degree)
• a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale in your key degree
• a minimum score of 50 in each section of the Graduate Medical School Admissions Test (GAMSAT) or for international applicants 504 in the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)
• to attend a multiple mini-interview (MMI) , and
• successful completion of the required MD subject prerequisite courses .
• your key degree within 10 years prior to the year you commence the MD, and
• the GAMSAT or MCAT within 4 years before the year you commence.

GPA equivalent

Select where you studied and your qualification to see the GPA equivalent you need to be considered for this program.

Use the GPA equivalent as a guide. When you apply, we’ll calculate your GPA using the UQ grading scale. Any failing grades will be included. Entry requirements are subject to change.

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English language requirements.

IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.

PTE Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.

CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.

Other OET - A minimum grade of B for each sub skill (L,S,R,W).

BE is not accepted.

There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

Learn how to meet the English language requirements

Student visas

International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Doctor of Medicine are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).

There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.

Learn more about student visas

Additional application information

There are additional entry pathways if you:

• are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student
• want to study in the Darling Downs or Southwest Queensland region
• want to study in the Central Queensland and Wide Bay region
• are a US citizen or Permanent Resident seeking to https://ochsner.uq.edu.au/<34>>study in Australia and America

Fees and Scholarships

Indicative annual fee.

Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.

If you’re a provisional entry student, you’ll also need to pay fees for your chosen undergraduate program.

Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF)

In addition to course fees, you'll also be charged an SSAF. This used to fund non-academic services for students, including sports and recreation, employment and career advice, child care and food services. Learn more about the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF)

Approximate yearly cost of full-time tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.

AUD $91,819

Additional costs.

• Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
• First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approximately $130 renewed every 3 years)
• Police check for criminal history ($45)
• Costs for vaccinations and serology are the responsibility of the student and will vary based on individual and program requirements.

Government assistance

Financial aid.

As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.

Learn more about financial aid

Domestic places in the Doctor of Medicine are Commonwealth Supported. This means the cost of your education is shared between you and the Australian Government.

Instead of tuition fees, Commonwealth Supported students pay what are called student contribution amounts.

HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their student contribution amounts.

Learn more about HECS-HELP

Commonwealth supported places (CSPs)

Commonwealth supported places are offered in 2 categories: bonded and  non-bonded . 

Bonded Medical Program (BMP) : This Australian Government initiative aims to proactively improve health services and reduce doctor shortages outside metropolitan areas. 28.5% of all Doctor of Medicine CSP offers to a medical program at UQ are made in return for a commitment to work in eligible regional, rural, and remote areas for a specified period after completion of the MD program. 

Commonwealth Supported Places (non-bonded medical places) : Approximately 71.5 % of all Doctor of Medicine CSP offers are to non-bonded places. 

Learn more about Commonwealth supported places

Centrelink support

The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.

Learn about Centrelink payments for students

Scholarships

You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:

Applying online

How you apply depends on what type of applicant you are.

Provisional entry (for school leavers)

If you're finishing high school, you'll apply to the Doctor of Medicine through the provisional entry pathway. Choose your situation to view how to apply:

• I want to apply to study in Greater Brisbane

Graduate entry (for university graduates)

If you have completed or are in your final year of a bachelor's degree, you can enter the Doctor of Medicine through the graduate entry pathway. Choose your situation to view how to apply:

• I want to apply to study in Greater Brisbane
• I'm a US citizen or Permanent Resident and want to study in Australia and America
• I want to apply to study in Greater Brisbane
• I want to apply to study in the Darling Downs and South West Queensland region
• I want to apply to study in the Central Queensland and Wide Bay region
• I'm an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander student
• I want to apply to study in Greater Brisbane

Important dates

Check the important dates that apply to your situation.

• See important dates for provisional entry (for school leavers)
• See important dates for graduate entry (for university graduates)

The closing date for this program is:

• Please refer to the GEMSAS website for application dates.
• Please refer to the QTAC website ( www.qtac.edu.au ) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.

To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar .

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For support with applying – or if you have any questions about university life – get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.

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Each of our clinical schools offers our students a unique experience, whilst delivering the same MD curriculum to provide a first-class medical education.

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Applicants invited to a Multi Mini Interview (MMI) for a place in the Doctor of Medicine will be asked to identify their preference for a particular Clinical School region and whether they are interested in being selected to a particular rural cohort .

The information below should assist applicants in making these decisions.

During the first year of the MD, students are allocated to one of these clinical schools for the final three years of the course (with the exception of non-ERC Rural Clinical School students who may have the opportunity to be re-allocated after completion of Year 2). Acceptance of a place in the medical course indicates acceptance of a place in a particular clinical school zone, and subsequent clinical school placement.

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Stacey A. Watt, MD, MBA, clinical professor and interim chair of anesthesiology, addresses the audience at the 2024 Can-Am Clinical Anesthesia Conference at the Jacobs School.

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Published May 9, 2024

The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences welcomed the 2024 Can-Am Clinical Anesthesia Conference to Buffalo on May 4, marking the first time the international event was held on the American side of the border.

Founded by McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, in 1983, the conference brings together leaders in anesthesia from Canada and the United States to share cutting-edge advancements, foster collaboration and inspire transformative change.

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The University at Buffalo traditionally participated in the event that was hosted in Niagara Falls, Canada, but the last in-person Can-Am conference was in 2019.

Stacey A. Watt, MD, MBA , clinical professor and interim chair of anesthesiology at the Jacobs School, said after the COVID-19 pandemic interrupted in-person gatherings, the conference did not seem to be coming back.

She made a bold decision to act to resuscitate the conference and contacted McMaster University officials.

“I felt it was the perfect opportunity to showcase UB and allow for the American side of the Can-Am conference to have its turn,” she said.

“It has and will always be a collaborative event, bringing the best of both sides of the border together to discuss differences, similarities and share opportunities,” Watt added. “Our plan is to continue the Can-Am conference here at UB for at least the next five years, if not longer.”

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The 2024 conference featured moderators and panelists from partner institutions McMaster University, Albany Medical College, the University of Rochester Medical Center and Western University in Canada.

“Kudos to Dr. Stacey Watt and the Department of Anesthesia team for their exceptional work in hosting the international Can-Am Conference,” said Allison Brashear, MD, MBA, UB’s vice president for health sciences and dean of the Jacobs School.

“Their dedication revived this event after a hiatus since 2019, bringing it to Buffalo for the first time on the American side. The conference is important to fostering collaboration across borders."

Conference topics included:

• Quality Improvement Panel: Brining Quality into Practice
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The keynote address by Joshua J. Lynch, DO, clinical associate professor of emergency medicine and founder of the MATTERS opioid treatment program, was titled “Addiction in Medicine.”

Addressing Addiction in Health Care

The keynote address, titled “Addiction in Medicine,” was given by Joshua J. Lynch, DO , clinical associate professor of emergency medicine at the Jacobs School, and the founder of MATTERS , an innovative opioid treatment program.

Lynch said that he wanted to talk about rates of addiction in health care professionals and how it uniquely affects anesthesiology.

“Addiction has a certain level of stigma and is obviously amplified when talking about addiction in medicine,” he said.

“These people are our colleagues, but they are also suffering patients.” Lynch emphasized. “Sometimes it is heavy on us and tricky to relate those two things happening at the same time.”

Lynch mentioned a work of fiction, “The Stairs in Billy Buck Hill,” by Steven L. Orebaugh, MD, a professor of anesthesiology and perioperative medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Its main character is an anesthesiologist at the peak of his career who runs into problems with addiction.

“The book highlights how the smallest misstep can lead to a cascade of events that are out of control and may put someone in a position where they never thought they would be,” Lynch said.

The field of anesthesiology has some unique risk factors that set up for almost the perfect environment to develop an addiction, if it is going to happen, Lynch adds.

“Think about the work environment — working more or less by yourself, behind a sheet, with little or no supervision. It is kind of the perfect environment for it to progress unchecked for a long time,” he said. “You are also very skilled at controlling sedation and pain management for your patients, but also for yourself. That leads to a fairly dangerous trajectory.”

Overcoming Obstacles to Treatment

With appropriate treatment, many individuals go on to return to the field and lead productive and satisfying and safe careers, Lynch noted.

“Returning to work is what we want if it can happen safely. What the recovery pathway looks like will vary among individuals and institutions,” he said. “What I will say is a rush to return to work is rarely successful. It takes time, it needs to be deliberate and rushing that process almost guarantees to set you up for failure.”

Lynch said there is often a three-pronged approach to addiction treatment — counseling, MAT (medication-assisted treatment) and peer groups.

“Counseling and peer groups are wraparound services,” he said. “The medication is what does the heavy lifting.”

Lynch said the MATTERS program was developed at UB to break down some of the barriers and make it easier to link people to treatment.

“It is all app-based, so linkage to treatment or requesting supplies such as free naloxone or test strips can all be done through the app,” he said. “Patients can ask for telemedicine assessments. In Western New York, those are available 24 hours a day and linkage to treatment can happen during the course of that evaluation.”

Watt said that Lynch’s address was a highlight of the conference.

“Dr. Lynch approached a topic that is of paramount importance and addressed it in a way which allowed for honest dialogue,” she said. “He is a true expert in the field of addiction medicine, and everyone left that keynote address with greater awareness, understanding and knowledge about the impact of addiction.”  

“His address will be the start of many open and honest conversations between faculty, residents and students on how we can best help one another and utilize resources, such as the MATTERS program to educate, support and save lives.”

Looking to Add More Learning Opportunities

Watt said another personal highlight for her was the presence and engagement of the Jacobs School medical students .

“They brought energy, enthusiasm and were outstanding ambassadors for the University at Buffalo,” she said.

Watt and her team are already planning for next year’s conference and she said they will focus on expansion to include workshops and other hands-on learning opportunities.  

“We will be working closely with other specialties such as emergency medicine and surgery to bring in an interdisciplinary feel to the conference as well,” she said. “Additionally, we have invited and will continue to welcome our nursing colleagues (student nurse anesthesia students and nurse anesthetists) to join in the learning experience.”

“I could not be prouder of my team. I know I push them to take on challenges and this conference was one of them,” Watt adds.

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Amos Espinosa Wins American Society of Hematology Minority Hematology Graduate Award

Amos espinosa wins minority hematology graduate award.

Amos S. Espinosa, a PhD Candidate in Experimental Pathology, was recently named a winner of the American Society of Hematology's Minority Hematology Graduate Award.

Amos S. Espinosa, a PhD Candidate in Experimental Pathology, was recently named a winner of the American Society of Hematology (ASH) Minority Hematology Graduate Award (MHGA). Amos is a member of the Krause Lab and a Medical Research Scholar.

The MHGA encourages graduate students from communities underserved and underrepresented in hematology in the United States and Canada to pursue a career in academic hematology. The award provides funding for students conducting research on hematology-focused projects and is open to doctoral students in their first, second, or third year of graduate school at the time of application.

Amos’ doctoral research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of cancer development. His areas of interest include malignant hematology, where he is currently investigating the leukemogenic mechanism of a rare subtype of acute megakaryoblastic leukemia implicated by the RBM15-MKL1 fusion protein.

“I am thankful for the support I received from ASH,” Amos said. “This award will help me move one step closer to understanding the complexities of such a rare and fatal pediatric leukemia and potentially contribute to targeted treatment strategies in the future.”

“We were super excited to hear that Amos received this award. It is well deserved,” said Diane Krause, MD, PhD, Anthony N. Brady Professor of Laboratory Medicine and Professor of Pathology, and Principal Investigatory of the Krause Lab . “Over the next two years, Amos will determine the degree to which the RBM15-MKL1 fusion oncoprotein acts to promote leukemia via its direct association with the RNA methylation complex.”

Amos was born in the Philippines, immigrated to California’s Bay Area in 2009, and attended Diablo Valley College, where he obtained associate’s degrees with honors in biology, life science, and natural science. Next he attended UC Berkeley, where he earned his bachelor’s degree with high distinction in integrative biology. During his senior year, he began working at UCSF in the lab of Dr. Michelle Arkin in collaboration with the Accelerating Therapeutics for Opportunities in Medicine (ATOM) Consortium.

Amos is one of nine graduate students selected for the award, which provides the winning scientists an annual $40,000 stipend for a two-year period that can be used for tuition/salary/stipend, research, training-related expenses (including health insurance), and travel to the ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition. Program participants receive complimentary ASH membership throughout graduate school. During the ASH Annual Meeting, participants will attend the Minority Recruitment Initiative Luncheon and present their research at the Promoting Minorities in Hematology Presentations and Reception Event.

ASH is the world’s largest professional society of clinicians and scientists dedicated to conquering blood diseases. The MHGA is one of six programs under ASH’s Minority Recruitment Initiative, a series of programs committed to increasing the number of underrepresented minorities training in hematology-related fields and the number of underrepresented hematologists with academic and research appointments.

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• Amos Espinosa
• Diane Krause, MD, PhD Anthony N. Brady Professor of Laboratory Medicine and Professor of Pathology; Vice Chair for Research Affairs, Laboratory Medicine; Assoc. Director, Yale Stem Cell Center; Assoc. Director, Transfusion Medicine Service; Medical Director, Clinical Cell Processing Laboratory; Medical Director, Advanced Cell Therapy Laboratory