This research project is founded by the Future Fuels CRC, which in turn is supported by most major players in the Australian natural gas industry. For a detailed list of partners visit: https://www.futurefuelscrc.com/about/participants-and-partners/ (opens in a new window)
Deakin University Information
Established in 1974, Deakin University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Geelong (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Victoria. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Burwood and Warrnambool. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Training, Australia, Deakin University (Deakin) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: over-45,000 students) coeducational higher education institution. Deakin University (Deakin) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Eligibility Criteria
You must:
- be either a domestic or international candidate (domestic includes candidates with Australian Citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency or New Zealand Citizenship).
- meet Deakin's PhD entry requirements
- be enrolling full time and hold an honours degree (first class) or an equivalent standard master's degree with a substantial research component.
Please refer to the research degree entry pathways page for further information.
Additional desirable criteria include:
- Applicants should have theoretical knowledge on corrosion and electrochemistry.
Offered Benefits
This scholarship is available over 3 years.
- Stipend of $34,000 per annum tax exempt (2020 rate)
- Relocation allowance of $500-1500 (for single to family) for students moving from interstate or overseas
- International students only: Tuition fees offset for the duration of 4 years. Single Overseas Student Health Cover policy for the duration of the student visa.
Application Process
Expression of interest: Our Corrosion Laboratory and Infrastructure Durability research groups often have research scholarships for suitable materials, chemistry or engineering graduates who are interested in corrosion science, corrosion engineering and materials research.
Interested applicants should contact via email Prof Mike Tan and Dr Bob Varela before applying for the project.
Applicants invited to submit a full application should follow the instructions on the How to apply page.
Established in 1974, Deakin University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Geelong (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Victoria. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Burwood and Warrnambool. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Training, Australia, Deakin University (Deakin) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: over-45,000 students) coeducational higher education institution. Deakin University (Deakin) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.