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Southern Cross University PhD Scholarship
PhD Scholarship in Kinship Care and Higher Education Access at Southern Cross University Southern Cross University in Canada
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Education
Funding
Full funding availableDeadline
Jun 5, 2026
Country
Canada
University
Southern Cross University

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Ongoing programSouthern Cross University PhD Scholarship
by Southern Cross University
Southern Cross University offers PhD scholarships for research candidates, including funded project-based awards with a stipend for up to 3 years in Australia.
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About this position
Southern Cross University is offering a full-time PhD scholarship as part of an Australian Research Council Linkage project focused on kinship care and higher education access for young people with out-of-home care experience.
The project examines the barriers and facilitators influencing access to university, participation, and graduation for kinship-care experienced young people in Australia. It aims to generate practice-ready solutions that can improve belonging, identity, safety, wellbeing, and equitable access to higher education.
The research is led by Professor Lynne McPherson and involves a multidisciplinary team including Professor Stuart Barlo, Dr Kylie Day, Adjunct Professor Janise Mitchell, Dr Kelly Royds, Professor Kathomi Gatwiri, Emeritus Professor Robbie Gilligan, A/Prof Emily Hindman, and Dr Antonia Canosa. Partner organisations include the Centre for Excellence in Therapeutic Care, Australian Childhood Foundation, Anglicare Victoria, OzChild, CASPA, and other community organisations across NSW and Victoria.
Funding: the successful applicant will receive a stipend over 3 years. The post describes this as a full-time scholarship.
Eligibility highlights: applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree with first-class Honours or Second Class First Division, or a Master’s by research in a relevant field such as Education, Social Work, Psychology, or Childhood Studies. Strong English communication skills are required, and non-native English speakers must meet Southern Cross University’s English language proficiency requirements. Experience or strong interest in out-of-home care, kinship care, child and youth wellbeing, or social justice-oriented research is preferred. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to apply: submit a CV and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing the eligibility criteria, your interest in the project, and your research experience and/or aspirations. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview. Contact Professor Lynne McPherson and Dr Antonia Canosa at [email protected].
Deadline: Friday 5 June 2026 at 5pm AEST.
Funding details
Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.
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