Lisa Given
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Technology design and use RMIT University in Australia
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
A stipend of $32,841 per annum pro rata (full-time study), with a possible extension of six months, subject to annual indexation. International candidates receive an RTP International Tuition Fee Offset Scholarship (RIFOS) or an RMIT Research International Tuition Fee Scholarship (RRITFS). Local candidates receive an RTP Fee Offset scholarship, covering tuition fees for the maximum duration. Paid sick, maternity, and parenting leave are included within scholarship terms.
Deadline
Expired
Country
Australia
University
RMIT University
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About this position
RMIT University is offering a 2025 Interdisciplinary PhD Scholarship focused on Human Experiences of Technology. The research projects will critically examine technology design and use, emphasizing the intersection of people, society, and digital computing technologies. The projects are interdisciplinary, employing diverse methodologies to assess and propose (re)designs of digital technologies. The scholarship provides a stipend of $32,841 per annum, with possible extension and annual indexation.
International students receive tuition fee offset scholarships, while local students have tuition fees covered for the duration of their candidature. Additional benefits include paid sick, maternity, and parenting leave. Applicants must hold a first-class Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline such as information science, sociology, digital humanities, digital health, computer science, information systems, or user experience design. Strong research and communication skills are required, and candidates must meet RMIT’s entry requirements for Higher Degree by Research programs.
The scholarship is open to both domestic and international applicants, but candidates must reside in Australia at the start of the PhD. To apply, submit a cover letter, research statement, academic transcripts, CV, and thesis/publications to Prof Lisa Given. International applicants may need to provide English proficiency evidence. Successful candidates will be invited to apply for admission to the PhD program.
Funding details
A stipend of $32,841 per annum pro rata (full-time study), with a possible extension of six months, subject to annual indexation. International candidates receive an RTP International Tuition Fee Offset Scholarship (RIFOS) or an RMIT Research International Tuition Fee Scholarship (RRITFS). Local candidates receive an RTP Fee Offset scholarship, covering tuition fees for the maximum duration. Paid sick, maternity, and parenting leave are included within scholarship terms.
What's required
Applicants must have a first-class Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline such as information science, sociology, digital humanities, digital health, computer science, information systems, or user experience design. Strong social research (quantitative/qualitative) and/or computing design and analysis skills are required. Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary research team must be provided. Applicants must meet RMIT University’s entry requirements for Higher Degree by Research programs. The scholarship is open to both domestic and international applicants, but candidates must be living in Australia upon commencement. For international applicants, evidence of English proficiency may be required.
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Professors
Director, Social Change Enabling Capability Platform & Professor of Information Sciences
Australia
Research Interests
Environmental Sociology
Documentary Studies
Participatory Action Research
Information Literacy
Societal Impact
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