Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD Opportunities in Causal Inference in Australia
Phd Positions in causal inference in australia
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Universities with open PhD positions in causal inference in Australia include University of New South Wales, University of Melbourne and The University of Queensland.
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Fully Funded PhD in Precision Medicine for Low Back Pain Using Causal Inference and Machine Learning
This fully funded PhD will investigate precision medicine for low back pain , with the aim of improving how healthcare decisions are made and identifying which treatments work best for particular patients. The project will combine causal inference and machine learning across nationwide health databases and clinical trial data. The student will develop research expertise in data-driven treatment evaluation, health data analytics and methods for understanding variation in treatment outcomes. Resea...
Biostatistics
Precision Medicine
Neuropsychology
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University of Melbourne
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4 weeks ago
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PhD opportunity at the University of Melbourne in evidence-based hearing healthcare , focused on identifying the most effective interventions for children who are deaf or hard of hearing. The project will use linked population data from Victoria and Queensland, collected through the Australian National Child Hearing Health Outcomes Registry (ANCHOR) , to evaluate the effectiveness of hearing healthcare interventions across diverse groups of children. Research themes include paediatric hearing he...
Biology
Medical Science
Causal Inference
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Brenda Gannon
The University of Queensland
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4 months ago
PhD scholarship opportunity in economics at The University of Queensland , based in the School of Economics and linked to an ARC DECRA project led by Associate Professor David Smerdon . The project sits at the intersection of applied microeconometrics , behavioural economics , health economics , and quantitative research on decision-making and cognitive performance . The research agenda examines how sleep, exercise, diet, and environmental conditions shape real-world behaviour using de-identifie...
Computer Science
Data Science
Behavioral Economics
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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
Psychiatry
Epidemiology
Cohort Study
Substance Abuse
Alcohol Use
Senior Lecturer
University of South Australia
Australia
Research Interests
Biostatistics
Statistics
Causal Inference
Predictive Modeling
Accuracy
Honorary Professorial Fellow
University of Wollongong
Australia
Research Interests
Statistics
Biostatistics
Regression Analysis
New Zealand Studies
Lifestyle Factors
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University of South Australia
Australia
Research Interests
Biostatistics
Computational Linguistics
Causal Inference
Predictive Modeling
Feature Selection
University of South Australia
Australia
Research Interests
Biostatistics
Statistics
Causal Inference
Propensity Score Analysis
Cancer Biology
Lecturer
Curtin University
Australia
Research Interests
Behavioral Economics
Psycholinguistics
Causal Inference
Causality
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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.