Sydney Quantum Academy Primary PhD Positionsin Australia

Eligibility Criteria

• Eligible Countries: This scholarship is available for permanent residents, citizens of Australia, and also international students.
• Eligible Course or Subjects: The sponsorship will be awarded for PhD study
• Eligibility Criteria: Requirements are varied depending on which program you are applying for:
• SQA Full PhD Positions
  • Must be domestic and international candidates with an outstanding track record of academic achievement and research potential to pursue full-time PhD studies related to the field of quantum science and technology at one of our founding universities.

• SQA Supplementary PhD Scholarship
  • Must be currently undertaking a PhD program (full-time) in the field of quantum science and technology at one of the founding universities.

Basic Requirements:

• applications are open to Australian citizens, permanent residents and international applicants
• PhD Candidates must be enrolled in or have an unconditional offer in a full-time PhD program at one of the four SQA founding universities
• PhD candidates must have the support of an academic staff member at one of the founding universities. This staff member would be the candidate’s proposed supervisor and must provide endorsement for their project proposal and application.

Offered Benefits

The program will provide the following perks:

SQA Full PhD Scholarship

• A stipend of $35,000 AUD per annum for a maximum duration of four years. An additional $5,000 AUD will be granted to successful applicants for career development.
• Student tuition fees may be waived for successful international applicants

SQA Supplementary PhD Scholarship

• A value of $33,000 AUD or less
• The SQA Supplementary PhD support will cover the difference between the value of the primary stipend and the SQA Full PhD funding for the remaining duration of the primary stipend
• If a candidate’s primary PhD stipend is funded for less than four years, they may be provided with a full PhD scholarship of $35,000 AUD per annum to extend their candidature for the remaining period of candidature.

Application Process

• How to Apply: To apply, applicants are required to simply complete an online application form:
  • SQA Full PhD Scholarships
  • SQA Supplementary PhD Scholarship
• Supporting Documents: Application must include the following materials: CV, Project proposal, Academic transcripts, Proof of contact with and support from your nominated supervisor (letter of endorsement). The letter of endorsement must be sent directly to SQA by your nominated supervisor.
• Admission Requirements: Entry requirements vary depending on which SQA founding university you are applying for.
• Language Requirement: All students need appropriate English language skills for admission in these universities.