About GOstralia! Research Centre

Benefits for you and your future PhD students

The GOstralia! Research Centre (GRC) is the leading recruitment expert for German PhD students in Australia, holding a commanding 20-25 % market shares of German PhD students commencing in Australia.

Our experienced team is already recruiting top-tier PhD students from the German-speaking market for over ten years – and we are proud to share that nearly 100 % of our candidates are receiving PhD offers in Australia.

Collaborating with the GRC provides you with the following key benefits:

  • Full management of the recruitment process: Our recruitment process includes thorough counselling (including the collection, translation and submition of the requiered application documents) and meticulous pre-screening to ensure PhD candidates meet your university’s academic standards. This guarantees that only the most qualified and motivated applicants are forwarded, streamlining recruitment and enhancing research excellence.
  • High-quality candidates: German students receive rigorous academic training, with their master’s thesis comprising 25% of a comprehensive two-year program, effectively preparing them for PhD-level research.
  • Broad market reach: Our fairs, workshops, and tailored digital campaigns connect your institution to the heart of the German-speaking academic community. Besides the German market, our service is also available for other students with citizenship from other EU countries.

Our Services for Students includes:

  • Advice on PhD and doctoral programs in Australia such guidance on research stays for Bachelor’s or Master’s theses.
  • Assistance in finding suitable academic supervisors and research projects in Australia.
  • Advice on funding opportunities and doctoral scholarships in Australia, including exclusive ringfenced scholarships.
  • Translation of certificates and full application support.
  • Practical tips on visas, travel preparation, and life in Australia.

Further Information for future PhD candidates (in German).

The application process is significantly easier and ultimately more successful with the fantastic support of the GOstralia! Research Centre than attempting to navigate the jungle of required documents on your own.

Get to know our team

Success Stories of the GOstralia! Research Centre

Since 2014, we have been guiding students through their PhD journeys in Australia, with many achieving notable success in their research. We have compiled a selection of their success stories on our website to showcase their achievements.