Scholarship

Postgraduate Research Scholarship in Geochronology-Calibrated Deep Time Global Landscape Evolution Models

University of Sydney Original Source
Award

A$50,000 - A$50,000

Deadline

Nov 28, 2025

Deadline passed
Location

Australia

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

A $50,000 per annum stipend scholarship for a PhD student within the School of Geosciences where the focus of their research is on geochronology-calibrated deep time Global landscape evolution models. This Scholarship aims to support a student undertaking a PhD within the School of Geosciences, Faculty of Science at the University of Sydney. The research involves the development of cutting-edge quantitative numerical plate tectonic and landscape models of source-to-sink systems on regional to global scales, utilising geochronology, geochemistry and/or thermochronology data to calibrate and evaluate simulations. The scholarship is co-funded by BHP Innovation Pty Ltd and The University of Sydney for the project 'STELLAR – Spatio TEmporaL expLorAtion for Resources'. The successful recipient will collaborate with industry partner BHP Innovation Pty Ltd throughout their PhD candidature.

Duration 36 - 43 mo
1 award

Who Can Apply

Region
Australia
Project in
Australia
Applicants
individual

Application Details

Institutional approval

Stages

  1. 1 single_stage

Required documents

cv research_proposal transcripts writing_sample

Review process

Selection based on academic merit, area of study/research proposal, curriculum vitae, publications, previous written works, and personal statement. Awarded on nomination of relevant research supervisor(s).

Restrictions

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Post-award obligations

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