PhD Scholarships in Suicide Prevention and Social Determinants of Suicide at Adelaide University Adelaide University in Australia

Adelaide University is offering two fully funded PhD scholarships in the field of suicide prevention, commencing in 2026. The first project, supervised by Professor Nicholas Procter, focuses on understanding the means and locations of suicide in South Australia, aiming to inform targeted prevention initiatives and policy recommendations. The second project, supervised by Dr Monika Ferguson, investigates the social determinants of suicide in young people, with an emphasis on upstream prevention, early intervention, and resilience-building. Both projects are funded by Preventive Health SA and offer a stipend of $40,000 per annum (indexed).

Applicants must be domestic students and are required to submit a comprehensive portfolio including a research proposal, CV, academic transcripts, and proof of English proficiency. The application process involves an initial expression of interest, followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates, and a formal application for successful applicants. These projects provide an opportunity to contribute to impactful research with direct policy and program outcomes in suicide prevention, working in collaboration with government, academia, and the suicide prevention sector.