How to Apply
Applications are submitted via Google Form. The link will appear here on 2 June.
In order to be considered for a place on this course, you must do the following:
- Complete the online application form.
- Ensure you add relevant information to the ‘submission details’ section
- Upload one letter of support from your supervisor, or a senior colleague, detailing why you should be selected for the course.
Sixty applicants will be selected to participate, based on merit.
Please submit all documents during the application process by 23:59 on 27 July 2025. Items marked * in the application form are mandatory. (Incomplete applications will not be processed.)
All applicants will be informed of the status of their application (successful, waiting list, unsuccessful) by mid-August 2025. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact Ricki Mailloux.
Registration Fees
The registration fee includes:
- access to the full ten-day course programme
- if required: 12 nights’ accommodation at shared-gender hostel (walking distance to course venue)
- catered lunches
- secure community space on Slack/WhatsApp
- course certificate on completion of the course
Maximum registration fees noted below.
Accommodation & Registration |
$1,540 (incl gst) |
Standard Registration |
$660 (incl gst) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there grants for this course?
- At this time, there is no financial assistance available for this course.
Can I attend only part of the course?
- Due to the highly competitive nature and selection of participants, you will not be able to pick and choose which sessions you attend. Attendance will be noted throughout the week.
Will this course apply towards my institute’s program requirements?
- We are unable to advise on whether this course can count towards your institute’s PhD program requirements. Please check with your home institution for advice on this, and email ricki.mailloux@monash.edu with any additional questions.
What if I’m not comfortable sharing accommodation?
- If you are not comfortable sharing accommodation, please note this in your application (there will be a section for this) and we will endeavour to accommodate this.
Can I bring my child/spouse?
- It is strongly advised not to bring any dependent person with you during the course. Childcare is not available, and due to the shared accommodation, bringing your spouse is not advised.
How is travel arranged?
- Please arrange your own travel. The course will be within reasonable walking distance from the accommodation. Further information will be provided closer to the course date.