CQUniversity's School of Engineering and Technology is offering a fully funded PhD scholarship as part of the Solving Plastic Waste CRC initiative. This research project is focused on converting waste soft plastics, such as LDPE, LLDPE, and PP, into contaminant-free, fuel-grade oil using advanced pyrolysis techniques. The project will involve comprehensive material characterisation using methods such as GC-MS, TGA, FTIR, and XRD, as well as pilot-scale reactor optimisation, process modelling wit...

Macquarie University, in partnership with the Northern Sydney Local Health District and the Australian Institute of Health Innovation (AIHI), is offering a fully funded PhD scholarship focused on creating climate-resilient healthcare systems. This unique program aims to catalyse performance improvement in healthcare services by integrating climate action, health systems research, and real-world impact. Research areas include developing low-carbon healthcare systems, reducing the environmental an...

Macquarie University, in partnership with the Northern Sydney Local Health District and the Australian Institute of Health Innovation (AIHI), is offering a prestigious, fully funded PhD scholarship focused on creating climate-resilient healthcare systems. This opportunity is ideal for researchers passionate about planetary health, low-carbon healthcare, and the intersection of environmental science and medical systems. The program aims to develop sustainable models of care that address the dual ...

The ARC Training Centre for Climate-Resilient Water is offering top-up scholarships for successful PhD scholarship applicants at The University of Queensland, Griffith University, and UTS Sydney. These scholarships provide an additional $10,000 per year for three years, supporting research in climate-resilient water, water energy carbon, and related environmental engineering topics. The Centre is currently focusing on domestic students and encourages interested candidates to contact the team for...

The Monash University Research Scholarships 2026 in Australia offer a fully funded opportunity for international and domestic students to pursue master's by research or PhD programs at one of Australia’s top-ranked universities. These scholarships provide comprehensive financial support, including full tuition coverage, a generous monthly stipend, relocation allowance, and health insurance, making them highly competitive and attractive for students seeking postgraduate research opportunities in ...

The University of Queensland is offering a new PhD opportunity focused on climate-resilient cities, urban sustainability, and water systems. This interdisciplinary program aims to design and deliver sustainable, affordable urban developments and infrastructure through collaborative governance, reliable water management, and future-oriented precincts. The research addresses the grand challenge of creating liveable, low-carbon, and equitable cities by integrating water, energy, urban design, and g...

The University of Queensland is offering a unique PhD scholarship opportunity focused on building climate-resilient cities for tomorrow. This interdisciplinary program addresses the urgent challenges posed by climate change, including water security, aging infrastructure, and urban equality. The research spans architecture, engineering, policy, and social sciences, aiming to design cities that are sustainable, resilient, and liveable. The scholarship provides a $10,000 per annum top-up for up to...

The Monash Energy Institute is offering a fully funded PhD opportunity focused on Indigenous energy transition research, specifically for candidates who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. This position aims to advance First Nations’ interests in the Australian energy transition, with research topics including energy justice, alternatives to prepayment meters, health impacts of energy insecurity, Indigenous-led energy solutions, supply chains, and integrating Indigenous knowledge i...

The Applied Aerodynamics Research Group at the University of Adelaide is offering four fully funded PhD scholarships to investigate distributed propulsion systems for future airplanes, as part of an Australian Research Council (ARC) funded project. The research focuses on the integration of electric and hybrid propulsion technologies to reduce greenhouse emissions and improve aerodynamic performance and fuel efficiency in aviation. The project is conducted in collaboration with Blue Spirit Aero,...