Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Catalysis in Australia
Positions in catalysis in australia
4 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open positions in catalysis in Australia include Swinburne University of Technology, Macquarie University and The University of Queensland.
Swinburne University of Technology
Australia
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1 week ago
Postdoctoral Research Fellow – GETCO2 Centre of Excellence at Swinburne University of Technology , Hawthorn, Melbourne, Australia. This is a full-time postdoctoral opportunity in the Computation and Characterisation Theme of the GETCO2 Centre of Excellence, working across a network of partner universities and ANSTO. The project focuses on catalysis , electrochemistry , materials characterisation , and the development of advanced in situ and operando techniques to investigate catalytic processes....
Chemistry
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
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1 week ago
Macquarie University
Australia
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2 weeks ago
Fully funded PhD opportunity in catalysis, batteries, recycling, and advanced materials , with research themes spanning battery materials and energy storage , catalysis and photocatalysis , polymer chemistry , sustainable materials , and chemical recycling/circular technologies . The opportunity is associated with Macquarie University, Australia and the University of St Andrews, United Kingdom . The post highlights an international PhD pathway and notes that domestic and international candidates...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
+9 more
2 weeks ago
The University of Queensland
Australia
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2 months ago
PhD opportunity at The University of Queensland (St Lucia, Australia) in photothermal catalysis and solar methanol synthesis . The project, titled “Unravelling the photothermal effect in solar methanol synthesis” , explores how light-driven and heat-driven effects work together to improve catalyst performance for converting small molecules such as CO2 or CO into fuels like methanol under mild, energy-efficient conditions. You will work across chemical engineering , chemistry , materials science ...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
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2 months ago
The University of Queensland
Australia
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2 months ago
PhD opportunity at The University of Queensland in the School of Chemical Engineering for a project on coupling green hydrogen production with biomass waste valorisation . The research sits at the intersection of chemistry , chemical engineering , materials science , electrocatalysis , and energy conversion . The project aims to design and develop nanostructured catalysts for paired electrolysis, replacing the oxygen evolution reaction with the oxidation of biomass-derived feedstocks such as gly...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
+6 more
2 months ago
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Queensland University of Technology
Australia
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8 months ago
PhD Scholarships in Fluid Transport Processes in Porous Media at Queensland University of Technology
Two fully funded PhD positions are available in the School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, Australia. These positions focus on fluid transport processes in porous media, a field with significant implications for carbon geosequestration, hydrogen subsurface storage, fuel cells, and microfluidic device applications. The research is supported by the Australian Research Council (ARC) and supervised by Dr Zhongzheng Wang, a re...
Machine Learning
Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
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8 months ago
The University of Queensland
Australia
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2 months ago
PhD opportunity at The University of Queensland (St Lucia, Australia) in photothermal catalysis and solar methanol synthesis . The project, titled “Unravelling the photothermal effect in solar methanol synthesis” , explores how light-driven and heat-driven effects work together to improve catalyst performance for converting small molecules such as CO2 or CO into fuels like methanol under mild, energy-efficient conditions. You will work across chemical engineering , chemistry , materials science ...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
+6 more
2 months ago
The University of Queensland
Australia
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6 months ago
PhD scholarship opportunity at The University of Queensland for a domestic student project on micro- and nanoplastics in drinking water . The research is based at the Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences (QAEHS) and is supervised by Dr Elvis Okoffo (ARC DECRA Research Fellow). The project investigates how micro- and nanoplastics enter drinking water systems, their sources and environmental pathways, how they behave through water treatment processes, and how they can be detected ...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
+7 more
6 months ago
Living costs in Australia
Estimated costs in Australia.
MonthlyYearly | Australia |
|---|---|
 University Tuition Average PhD tuition per year | A$34.1k $22,000/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | A$1.9k $1,200/yr |
 Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | A$1.1k $700/yr |
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | A$4.5k $2,880/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Professor
University of Adelaide
Australia
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Electrocatalysis
Photoelectrocatalysis
Electrochemistry
Senior Lecturer
Flinders University
Australia
Research Interests
Polymer Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Electrocatalysis
Conjugated Polymer
Conducting Polymer
University of Wollongong
Australia
Research Interests
Environmental Chemistry
Biochemical Engineering
Wastewater Treatment
Contaminant Remediation
Biorefinery
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University of Western Australia
Australia
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Catalysis
Crystal Plasticity
Coordination Chemistry
Professor
Queensland University of Technology
Australia
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Catalysis
Photoelectrocatalysis
High-temperature Oxidation
Macquarie University
Australia
Research Interests
Organic Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Catalysis
Electrocatalysis
Green Chemistry
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Monash Graduate Scholarship
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Monash UniversityAustraliaAnnual
AustraliaAnnualMonash Graduate Scholarship supports domestic and international students undertaking research master's or PhD study at Monash University in Australia, typically with a living-cost stipend and, in some cases, additional scholarship support.
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PhD
Research Training Program (RTP)
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Australian GovernmentAustraliaAnnual
AustraliaAnnualThe Research Training Program (RTP) supports higher degree by research students at Australian universities, typically for Master's by Research and PhD study. Funding and eligibility are administered by each participating university.
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CSIRO Industry PhD Program
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Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)AustraliaAnnual
AustraliaAnnualThe CSIRO Industry PhD Program is a four-year Australian PhD training scheme linking universities, CSIRO and industry partners through applied research projects with scholarship support and industry engagement.
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.