The Vice Chancellor’s Research Fellow PhD Scholarship is now open for applications. This scholarship, offered by the Centre for Research in Aged Care, School of Nursing and Midwifery at Edith Cowan University, Perth, Western Australia, presents a unique opportunity in the realm of Mobile Digital Technology and Aged Care.
This PhD opportunity aims to bridge the gap between computing, technology, and nursing practice, with a focus on addressing critical issues in aged care through innovative technological solutions. The program is designed to enhance the quality of life for the aging population, specifically targeting areas such as dementia, pain management, frailty, and end-of-life care. TRanked among the top 175 universities globally for Engineering and Technology, Edith Cowan University (ECU) proudly stands as a leading Australian public institution. With a core mission to transform lives and enrich society through education and research, ECU is dedicated to making a meaningful impact on individuals and communities alike.
Edith Cowan University Information
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.
Offered Benefits
Successful candidates will receive a full scholarship opportunity to engage in pioneering research in the field of Mobile Digital Technology and Aged Care under the supervision of leading researchers. This scholarship provides a pathway to contribute significantly to enhancing the care of older adults and transforming the future of aged care through innovative research.
Application Process
Interested applicants are required to email their expression of interest and required documentation to Dr. Wai Hang Kwok, Vice Chancellor’s Research Fellow.