ECU Vice Chancellor’s PhD by Research funding for International Students in Australia, 2020

  •  PhD, Fellowship
  •  31-Jul-2020
  •   Australia
  • $$  $28,420

The Edith Cowan University is dispensing a marvellous opportunity through its Vice Chancellor’s PhD by Research funding for the academic year 2020-2021. The educational award is available for domestic and international students.

The scholarship aims to support excellent students who want to commence PhD research in autonomous navigation of AI-powered ground vehicles in natural environments.

Edith Cowan University Information

Edith Cowan University Grants

ECU Vice Chancellor’s PhD by Research funding for International Students in Australia, 2020 Founded in 1991, Edith Cowan University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Joondalup (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Western Australia. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Mt Lawley and Bunbury. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Training, Australia, Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Edith Cowan University (ECU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 28 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: PhD research program in autonomous navigation of AI-powered ground vehicles in natural environments.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Must have a BSc (Honours)/MSc/MPhil (with a significant research project component) in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electronics Engineering, Automation, or a related subject.
  • Have a strong theoretical and applied knowledge in machine learning, as well as good programming skills in Python/ MATLAB/C++ or other languages of choice.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.

Offered Benefits

Eligible candidates will receive a 3-year funding for a stipend of $28,420 per year (full-time), with a possible 6-month extension.

Application Process

  • How to Apply: If you want to be enlisted in this educational program, then you are recommended to take admission PhD research program at Edith Cowan University. After being registered, candidates must send their expression of interest to Dr Jumana Abu-Khalaf (j.abukhalaf-at-ecu.edu.au). Put “Autonomous Navigation of AI-powered Ground Vehicles in Natural Environments – PhD Application” in the subject line.
  • Supporting Documents: Your expression of interest should include a cover letter that includes a brief statement of your suitability, a brief CV containing your contact details and academic transcripts.
  • Admission Requirements: Applicants will need to meet the academic entry requirements of the program.
  • Language Requirement: Students from outside the home country will need to demonstrate their English competency to enter any of the courses.
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