Scholarship

PhD scholarship in CSIRO Industry PhD Program

CSIRO and RMIT University Original Source
Award

A$236,000 - A$236,000

Deadline

Dec 31, 2028

Due in 1035 days
Location

Australia

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The CSIRO Industry PhD Program (iPhD) is a four-year research training program, focusing on applied research that benefits industry by solving real-world challenges. It aims to produce the next generation of innovation leaders with the skills to work at the interface of research and industry in Australia. The program includes admission to a university PhD program with supervision by the participating university, CSIRO, and an industry partner. Students receive a four year scholarship package totalling $46,000 per annum (2024 rate), a four year Project Expense and Development package of $13,000 per annum, a three month industry engagement component with the industry partner, and a structured professional development and training program to develop applied research skills. Successful students are subject to the policies, procedures and guidelines of the participating university in addition to the CSIRO Industry PhD Program terms and conditions. Students will receive a standard PhD on completion.

Duration 48 - 49 mo
1 award

Who Can Apply

Region
Australia
Citizenship
Australia, New Zealand
Residency
Australia
Project in
Australia
Applicants
individual
Organizations
academic

Application Details

Interview Institutional approval

Stages

  1. 1 two_stage

Required documents

cv research_proposal transcripts

Review process

Applicants submit an expression of interest (EOI), which is assessed by the supervisory team. Shortlisted applicants are interviewed, and the supervisory team nominates a preferred applicant. The nominated applicant applies to the host university, which assesses the application against PhD admission criteria.

Additional benefits

  • training
  • mentorship
  • networking

Restrictions

  • employment_restrictions
  • reporting_requirements

Post-award obligations

  • remain_in_field