The University of Wollongong (UOW) and University of Surrey (UoS) are invited to apply for its Joint Dual Degree PhD Scholarships in a Paradigm Shift in IoT Connectivity and Sensing for the academic year 2024-2025.
The scholarship is available to talented domestic and international candidates who want to pursue an PhD degree program at the university.The University of Wollongong (UOW) is a leading Australian public research university located in Wollongong, New South Wales, about 80 km south of Sydney. Established in 1951 as a division of the New South Wales University of Technology, UOW became an independent institution in 1975. UOW is ranked 12th in Australia and 162nd in the world by QS World University Rankings 2024. The university is dedicated to solving real-world problems through its research institutes and centres, and is committed to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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
Candidates will receive a stipend scholarship and fee waiver. The stipend scholarship will be no less than AUD $34,000, indexed annually for the term of the scholarship.
Application Process
Applications should be submitted online via the application form linked below. Required documents include:
- Academic Transcripts
- CV detailing educational background, professional experience, awards, prizes, and other achievements relevant to the field of study
- Proof of English proficiency (for international students)
- Evidence of Achievements: Documentation of any prizes, awards, or significant research outputs that demonstrate the candidate’s excellence in their field
- In place of a research proposal, upload a document that includes the project title, relevant supervisor’s name, and a personal statement (maximum 500 words). This statement should make a compelling case for your consideration by addressing the five eligibility criteria and detailing how your previous experiences have prepared you for doctoral research and this project, and explaining how this PhD will advance your career aspirations.