PhD scholarship in environmental sciences

This is an industry co-funded PhD scholarship for 3.5 years focused on constructed wetlands (CW) research. RMIT University covers 50% of the scholarship cost, with the industry partner Westernport Water contributing the other half. The scholarship is already secured and does not require application through RMIT's competitive internal rounds. The project investigates nutrient and contaminant removal efficiency, carbon sequestration potential, and greenhouse gas emission reductions in constructed wetland systems. The research aims to develop predictive models to optimize CW design and operation for enhanced environmental benefits, making a real-world impact through applied research in freshwater systems and sustainable agriculture.