Acceptance Deadline: 18 May 2025
Brief Description
- University or Organization: University of Queensland (UQ)
- Department: Faculty of Science and Mathematics
- Course Level: Postgraduate Research (PhD)
- Award: $45,000 per annum living stipend (3.5 years, with possible extension), plus $5,000/year for translation and development, and $5,000 total travel allowance
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: 1
- Nationality: International
- The award can be taken in: Australia
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Open to international candidates
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded to PhD research in:
- Quantum technologies
- Compound semi-conductors
- Superconductors
- Photonics
- Micro-electromechanical systems
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be an international candidate applying in the 2026 International Scholarship Round.
- Identify as a woman or non-binary.
- Intend to pursue PhD research in one of the approved fields.
- Comply with UQ Research Scholarship Policies.
- Remain enrolled in a relevant course throughout the scholarship duration.
- Submit a completed scholarship form as part of their HDR application.
How to Apply
Applicants must apply for this scholarship alongside their application for a higher degree by research program at UQ. During the application process:
- Select ‘My higher degree is not collaborative’
- Select ‘I am applying for, or have been awarded a scholarship or sponsorship’
- Choose ‘Other’, then ‘Research Project Scholarship’ and enter ‘Quantum and Advanced Technologies Scholarship’ in the scholarship name field
- Complete and attach the designated scholarship form
- Submit your application online.
Benefits
- Living Stipend: $45,000 per annum for 3.5 years (with possible extension to 4 years)
- Translation & Development Allowance: $5,000 per annum (up to 3 years) for training and research commercialisation activities such as workshops, conferences, and short courses
- Travel Allowance: One-time $5,000
- Research and Industry Collaboration: Opportunity to participate in a highly innovative and interdisciplinary research environment
