Southern Cross University PhD Scholarship

Southern Cross University is offering two fully funded PhD scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander or Māori candidates interested in Birthing on Country and/or smoking cessation during pregnancy. The opportunity is linked to the SISTABIRTH research team and focuses on strengthening culturally safe maternity care.

This is a research-focused PhD opening in the health and maternity-care space. The post highlights Indigenous health, pregnancy, childbirth, and smoking cessation as the main research themes. It is especially relevant for candidates with interests in community-engaged health research, maternal and child health, and culturally responsive care.

Eligibility highlights: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander or Māori candidates are specifically invited to apply. The post does not mention language tests, GPA, or other formal entry requirements.

Funding: the scholarships are described as fully funded, but no stipend amount or tuition breakdown is provided in the post.

How to apply: applications are open now. Interested candidates should download the full opportunity description from the provided link and follow the instructions in that document.