Murdoch University School of Engineering and Energy Strategic Scholarship 2026
About this scholarship
Murdoch University’s School of Engineering and Energy Strategic Scholarship supports PhD research in areas such as energy systems, sustainability, renewable energy, rural electrification, and mine water modelling.
The Murdoch University School of Engineering and Energy Strategic Scholarship is a research scholarship offered by Murdoch University in Australia for doctoral study in priority engineering and energy-related areas. Based on the referenced opportunity, the scholarship supports PhD projects in fields such as energy systems, sustainability, renewable energy systems, hybrid energy and water systems, rural electrification, and mine water modelling.
This scholarship is intended for applicants undertaking a PhD at Murdoch University, particularly within the School of Engineering and Energy. Example projects include work on innovative hybrid energy and water systems for off-grid and remote communities, integrating technologies such as solar photovoltaics, biomass backup, energy storage, IoT-enabled monitoring, and community-scale water treatment. The scholarship therefore suits candidates interested in applied research with strong environmental, energy-transition, and sustainability relevance.
Funding in the referenced posting includes a stipend of AUD 37,000 per year for up to 3.5 years, with tuition fees covered for the PhD. One scholarship page referenced in the posting also notes tuition fee coverage for up to 4 years. As specific terms can vary by project round, applicants should confirm the exact funding package for the advertised project.
Applicants are generally expected to be eligible for PhD admission and to hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field. Evidence of academic or professional achievement is important, such as an Honours qualification, postgraduate coursework with a substantial research component, or relevant research experience in industry or practice. A brief research proposal related to the advertised topic may also be required.
The scholarship is tenable in Australia at Murdoch University. Interested students should monitor Murdoch University research scholarship and project-specific PhD vacancy pages for current opportunities, eligibility details, and application instructions.
Eligibility
Who can apply for this scholarship
Applicants must be eligible for admission to a PhD at Murdoch University and normally hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field. Strong academic or professional accomplishment is expected, which may be demonstrated through an Honours qualification, postgraduate coursework with a substantial research project, or relevant experience conducting research projects.
Requirements
Documents typically needed to apply
Where you can use this
Open positions accepting Murdoch University School of Engineering and Energy Strategic Scholarship.
