The ARC Industrial Transformation Training Centre (ITTC) for Innovative Composites for the Future of Mining Equipment at the University of Wollongong is offering prestigious PhD scholarships. These scholarships, valued at $AUD 36,161 per annum, are designed to train young professionals in engineering disciplines through industry-oriented research programs.
Applicants must hold a recognized master’s by research or bachelor’s honours degree with first or second-class (division 1) honours, or an equivalent qualification.The Australian Research Council (ARC) is a national agency that provides government funding for research and innovation in Australia. It supports a broad range of scientific research and technological development through competitive funding schemes, fostering high-quality research across various disciplines. The ARC plays a crucial role in advancing Australia’s research capabilities and international standing by promoting collaboration between universities, industry, and government sectors.
University of Wollongong Information
Founded in 1975, University of Wollongong is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Wollongong (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), New South Wales. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Dubai, Shoalhaven, Loftus, Moss Vale, Bega, Batemans Bay, Liverpool. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Training, Australia, University of Wollongong (UOW) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Wollongong (UOW) 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 44 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Offered Benefits
Successful candidates will receive a tax-free stipend of up to $AUD 36,161 per annum for the duration of the award (3.5 years). No scholarship extension is available under this scheme. The PhD candidates will be required to undertake concurrent industry training and/or placements along their PhD programs. Part-time scholarships are not available.
Application Process
Interested applicants should seek advice from their potential academic supervisors before applying for these PhD scholarships.