Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Computational Science in Australia
Positions in computational science in australia
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Universities with open positions in computational science in Australia include University of New South Wales and University of Southern Queensland.
University of New South Wales
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The University of New South Wales is recruiting three Research Associates to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team in the School of Built Environment at the UNSW Kensington Campus. Led by Scientia Associate Professor Negin Nazarian, the team is developing urban climate modelling and analysis capability within the Australian Community Climate and Earth-System Simulator (ACCESS). The research addresses gaps in the representation of cities in national climate prediction and projection. Deliv...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
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University of New South Wales
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A UNSW Scientia PhD Scholarship is available in the School of Chemistry at the University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney), Australia, for research on AI-guided molecular recognition. The project combines native mass spectrometry, robotic chemistry and artificial intelligence to develop faster and more informative methods for discovering and characterising molecules that bind to proteins. The successful PhD researcher will contribute to multiplexed, multistage mass spectrometry, automated sample...
Chemistry
Analytical Chemistry
Computational Science
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University of Southern Queensland
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University of Southern Queensland (Australia) is offering an HDR/PhD scholarship in physics-informed and explainable AI for water security . The project focuses on uncertainty-aware modelling from multisource environmental observations, combining in-situ water-quality measurements, flow data, hyperspectral reflectance, and satellite imagery (including Sentinel and Landsat) accessed through CSIRO’s EASI environment. The research uses real-world CSIRO Aqua-Watch pilots and Hunter Water Corporation...
Computer Science
Data Science
Environmental Science
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Living costs in Australia
Estimated costs in Australia.
MonthlyYearly | Australia |
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 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 |
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University of Sydney
Australia
Research Interests
Computational Neuroscience
Computational Linguistics
Machine Learning
Semi-supervised Learning
Edge Computing
Professor
University of Sydney
Australia
Research Interests
Internet Of Things
Cybersecurity
Channel Modeling
Internet Of Vehicles
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
Professor
Swinburne University of Technology
Australia
Research Interests
Internet Of Things
Cybersecurity
Machine Learning
Mobile Networking
Wireless Communication
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University of New South Wales
Australia
Research Interests
Educational Technology
Aerospace Engineering
Teaching And Learning
Education
Pilot Study
lecturer
University of South Australia
Australia
Research Interests
Fluid Mechanics
Solid Mechanics
Multiscale Modeling
Homogenization
Incompressible Flow
University of Melbourne
Australia
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Immunology
Inflammatory Biology
Cell Fate
Stem Cell Biology
Scholarships relevant to you
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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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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PhD
CSIRO Industry PhD Program
Fully Funded
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.