Digital Finance CRC 2026

The Digital Finance CRC (DFCRC) is an Australian research collaboration focused on digital finance and related research areas. Based on the reference posting, it offers student support through initiatives such as the DFCRC HDR Showcase, where eligible PhD candidates can present their research and be considered for funding and other forms of academic support.

This opportunity is aimed at PhD students whose work aligns with DFCRC's digital finance priorities. In the referenced posting, applicants must already be enrolled at specific partner universities, namely Curtin University or The University of Western Australia. Both domestic and international PhD students may be eligible, including those who are already part-way through their doctorate.

Support may include a PhD Top-Up Scholarship worth 15,000 AUD per year, renewable for up to 3.5 years. Other possible outcomes mentioned in the posting include a Research Seed Grant for self-funded PhD students and entry into the DFCRC Affiliated Student Program, which may provide research travel grants as well as access to events and masterclasses. Because the programme can offer different types of support, the funding structure is best understood as varying by pathway.

To apply in the referenced opportunity, students were asked to submit a CV, a research proposal, proof of any primary scholarship where relevant, and a brief supervisor supporting statement. Applications are generally connected to DFCRC student initiatives and showcase-style calls rather than a single universal scholarship portal, so candidates should monitor DFCRC and partner university channels for current opportunities and guidance.