Higher Degree by Research

Higher Degree by Research

Social and Global Studies Centre

World Defining Research

The Social & Global Studies Centre is home to over 80 HDR students bringing fresh approaches and perspectives to resolving today's global challenges.

Conducting their research locally and internationally, PhD candidates at the Centre collaborate with our industry partners to develop research that is informed by real-world knowledge and experience.

SGSC is focused on mentoring and building the capacity of HDR students to take the next step their careers and address significant social justice issues.

Postgraduate research programs

Applicant Assessment

How to apply

Identify your research topic from the GUSS HDR Projects list

Find SGSC project supervisors and their research interests in our Centre Members listing

Before you apply

Find out what you need to know before you apply.

Contact

Email guss.research@rmit.edu.au or call +61 3 9925 1828 for more information.

Research at the Social & Global Studies Centre

Find out more about eligibility, scholarships and applying to study at RMIT's Social & Global Studies Centre

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RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Luwaytini' by Mark Cleaver, Palawa.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.

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