Studying at The Florey
Empowering the next generation of scientists
Study at the leading neuroscience institute in the Southern Hemisphere, and you will work with world-class scientists on a range of ground-breaking brain research.
You’ll collaborate with fellow researchers on projects that use cutting-edge facilities and technology.
What’s more, The Florey provides a welcoming and supportive training environment to help you with your study and career aspirations.
Why choose The Florey?
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Advancing brain research
From fundamental science to clinical trials, we make a difference in the lives of those living with brain conditions. Studying with us puts you at the forefront of global neuroscience.
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Supporting our students
We understand that our students are early career researchers. The Florey will provide access to academic, scientific and personal support. Our amazing Student Support team are an integral part of The Florey, and will give you the assistance you need throughout your studies at The Florey.
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Diverse, innovative community
We have a strong sense of community, with an ever growing, diverse group of dedicated students from all over the world. Coming together with a passion for neuroscience and mental health, innovation and grand ideas, The Florey community collectively pursues the science of tomorrow.
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Professional development
We believe that being a scientist is more than doing research. We offer a wide range of seminars, workshops and professional development opportunities. These help our students excel – including producing high-quality theses alongside peer-reviewed publications.
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Social events
We want our students to feel welcome and a vital part of The Florey. We host multiple social events throughout the year so you can easily connect with your peers and foster new relationships and collaborations.
Students of The Florey (SOFI)
SOFI is an organisation run by students for students at The Florey. SOFI hosts events throughout the year where you can meet other students, sharpen your academic and professional skills, and build a lasting network of aspiring scientists from different areas of neuroscience and mental health.
Student Support
We have a dedicated Student Support team who support Florey students from the application process right through to graduation. The team can help you as a prospective student, including answering any questions you may have about the application process. Once you have enrolled, the team continues to support you through your studies, and connects you with other students and any resources you may need.
If you are interested in working with The Florey as part of your studies, or you are looking for a student internship, contact the Student Support team at [email protected] if you have any questions about your application.
Contact Student SupportApply to study at The Florey
Whether you are interested in doing your honours, masters or PhD degree at The Florey, we’re here to help you through the application process. Do you know exactly what you want to research, or not sure what is the best fit for you? Use our student projects tool below to search for projects in your area of interest, or look for relevant supervisors and groups. We’ve also put together a step-by-step guide to help you prepare and submit your application.
Current student opportunities
Use the filters below to search for projects in your area of interest.
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A network of sites and ‘up-skilled’ therapists to deliver best-practice stroke rehabilitation of the upper limb
Our partnership of clinicians, health providers, consumers, researchers aims to increase access to stroke rehabilitation of the arm and hand.
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A new chemogenetic method that enables functional neural circuit analysis
This research works to understand neural circuits in the brain that control behaviour and physiology using chemogenetic methodology.
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A novel treatment for alcohol and nicotine addiction
Through this project we have identified an ion channel that is expressed on select neurons in reward-related brain areas that modulates alcohol intake.
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A two-hit hypothesis of neurodevelopmental disorders: exploring BDNF val66met polymorphism and environmental prenatal exposures
In this project we investigate the interaction between genetic risk and adverse prenatal exposure on behavioural outcomes in adulthood.
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Advanced image processing methods for diffusion MRI
This project aims to further the capabilities of in vivo tissue microstructure analysis by developing state-of-the-art analysis tools for MRI.
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