Queensland University of Technology invites applications for the WH Bryan Earth Sciences PhD Scholarship in Australia for the 2022/23 academic year.
The aim of the WH Bryan Scholarship is to advance the understanding of Queensland Earth Sciences, addressing a globally significant problem leading to impactful outcomes, with the supported project to be led by a high-quality PhD candidate.
The scholarship commemorates the legacy of Professor WH Bryan MC who made many fundamental, impactful, and diverse contributions to the geology of Queensland, tertiary education, and societal well-being. The principal focus of The Bryan Foundation is on education, and the scholarship is aligned with the Foundation’s vision to support and empower people through education.
Worth of Award
You’ll receive:
- a living allowance of $32,000 each year for three years
- a research project funding allowance of $18,000 each year for three years
- up to $20,000 to cover start-up costs for the project (eligible start-up costs include airfares, moving expenses, and overseas student health cover for international students)
- support for some international activities by the scholar such as international conference presentations, field workshops, laboratory work.
If you’re an international student, you will also receive a QUT research degree (HDR) tuition fee sponsorship.
Eligibility
You must be applying for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the area of earth sciences hosted by one of these universities:
- QUT
- UQ
- JCU.
The scholarship is available for domestic or international students with the aim of supporting developing researchers in obtaining a highly valued research experience in Queensland.
The WH Bryan Scholarship is to support a new student and project. Students who have already received/accepted a PhD scholarship offer, and/or who have already enrolled in, or commenced a PhD program are not eligible.
How to Apply
When making your application, ensure you
- Make contact soon with a potential supervisor in the field of earth sciences. Your supervisor must submit the application for you.
- Once you have the support of your proposed supervisor, work with them on your research proposal and application for the scholarship.
- You will need to prepare your curriculum vitae, academic transcripts and a brief statement outlining why you are applying and how this fits into your future career.