Find out how to join our Honours research program.
Criteria
Entry to the honours program is based on available projects, suitability and academic background.
You must meet the following criteria:
- Demonstrate a genuine interest in biomedical research
- Commit to spending the honours year (typically February to October) full time with us (in some instances, mid-year commencement may be available)
Peter Mac requires its staff and students to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide evidence.
All healthcare workers (including students and honoraries) are required to have had three doses of the COVID-19 vaccination in order to work onsite - including those who are not patient facing.
Please contact us if you would like to discuss this requirement.
Steps to become an Honours research program
If you meet these criteria, you should:
- Review the 2025 Student Project Book.
- Contact the relevant project supervisor directly by phone or email to discuss your interest in their research
- Send them a copy of your CV and your academic transcripts to help them understand your background, interests and academic strengths
- Make a time to meet with our potential supervisors to discuss your project interests and discuss your academic record
- Visit the laboratory and meet the research group
- If they offer you a position, you should then apply for honours candidature through the university of your choice - our staff will help with advice for this process
If you need help in the application process, please contact Peter Mac's Research Education Administration team:
Apply for the Honours research program
University of Melbourne students
Honours students at the University of Melbourne enrol through the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences in the department most relevant to the project and supervisory team.
To find out how to apply for honours, visit Bachelor of Biomedicine (Degree with Honours): How to apply.
Other University Students
You should aim to find a PeterMac supervisor who is affiliated with your university. This is a mandatory requirement for most universities.
If you are uncertain, please contact your department honours coordinator for further information.
Available Scholarships
In 2025, a limited amount of funding will be available to support a student/s from regional areas to undertake Honours at Peter Mac. Students will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and any amount awarded will take in to account any government/other support the student can access and will not exceed $10,000 per student. A sub-committee of the Peter Mac Research Education Training Committee (RETC) will assess any applications. Any interested prospective students please contact Research Education Administration team
What the Honours research program offers
Honours students come to us with a range of majors and backgrounds including:
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry
- Biomedical science
- Immunology
- Cell biology
- Medicine
- Medical physics
- Pharmacology
- Molecular biology
- Pathology
- Physiology
- Anatomy
You will undertake all scientific research work on site with us while undertaking coursework at your university campus.
You will have full access to our research education program, which provides you with opportunities to develop:
- Knowledge and expertise in your chosen research area
- Professional skills that will help you fulfil your career ambitions
Our program allows you to develop a higher degree of independence and leadership during your candidature. It does this by complementing established conventional training for biomedical research students. This enhances your preparation for a competitive and broader job market.
Contact details
For all Honours enquiries email