Frequently Asked Questions
Which university do I enrol through if I want to study at the Woolcock?
To undertake postgraduate research at the Woolcock students must be enrolled at The University of Sydney, either in the Faculty of Science for Honours or the Faculty of Medicine for USydMP or PhD.
What are the pre-requisites for Honours studies at the Woolcock?
Students intending to undertake Honours research at the Woolcock must be enrolled within the Faculty of Science at the University of Sydney and have completed a Bachelor of Science Degree, Bachelor of Medical Science Degree or equivalent. International students wishing to undertake Honours research at the Woolcock should contact both the Faculty of Science and International Office at the University of Sydney.
What are the pre-requisites for PhD studies at the Woolcock?
PhD candidates are expected to obtain a competitive scholarship and must be enrolled in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Sydney. Candidates must have completed an undergraduate BSc (Hons) degree or the equivalent. International students must have a student visa for the duration of their candidature. For more information please contact the International Office at the University of Sydney.
What do I need to do if I want to upgrade from a Masters to a PhD?
A student who intends to upgrade from Masters to PhD must seek approval from The University of Sydney's Faculty of Medicine and their supervisor at the Woolcock. Students must also complete an Application for Upgrade to Doctor of Philosophy form and fulfil all necessary requirements as stated on the form.
What is intellectual property?
Intellectual property (IP) encompasses the tangible representations of intellect and creativity and is often represented in the form of patents, industrial designs, trade marks, copyright, circuit layout rights, plant breeder's rights and trade secrets. Patents, registered designs, copyright and trade marks are the most common ways an owner of IP can prevent others from using the property without the owner's permission. Any IP developed as a student or employee at Woolcock remains the property of the Woolcock.
Where can I find accommodation if I want to study at the Woolcock?
There are several accommodation options available to students. More information can be found at the Sydney University Accommodation Services website.
Contacts
Further information on our student programs can be directed to the appropriate Research Leader, or contact:
Mr. Chris Burke,
Human Resources Officer
T 61 2 9114 0351
F 61 2 9114 0013
E chrisb@woolcock.org.au
www.woolcock.org.au
Street Address
431 Glebe Point Road,
Glebe, NSW 2037
Postal Address
PO Box M77
Missenden Road
NSW 2050
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