Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD Opportunities in Hydrology in Australia
Phd Positions in hydrology in australia
4 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open PhD positions in hydrology in Australia include University of Southern Queensland, The University of Queensland and University in Western Australia.
University of Southern Queensland
Australia
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1 week ago
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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The University of Queensland
Australia
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1 month ago
PhD Scholarship in Data Science, Ecology, Environmental Science , and Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) at The University of Queensland (St Lucia campus, Brisbane, Australia). This project is part of the SAAFE CRC partnership with the Environmental Protection Agency Victoria and Northern Arizona University . The PhD focuses on quantifying ecological risks from flood-borne contaminants in nonurban landscapes, using hydrological measurements, contaminant concentrations, microbial profiles, and land-u...
Computer Science
Data Science
Food Science
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University in Western Australia
Australia
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1 month ago
PhD opportunity in fire ecology , landscape ecology , remote sensing , hydrology , and conservation science focused on understanding how changing moisture conditions influence the persistence of fire refugia in the Northern Jarrah Forest of south-west Western Australia . The project will examine how spatial and temporal patterns of soil and vegetation moisture affect the vulnerability of mesic habitats to fire under a drying climate, with a particular emphasis on fire-sensitive refugia and habit...
Environmental Science
Biology
Remote Sensing
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1 month ago
University of Queensland
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Australia
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PhD opportunity at the University of Queensland (QAAFI) in environmental modelling and ecological risk assessment. This project, Quantifying Ecological Risks from Flood-borne Contaminants in Nonurban Landscapes , is based at UQ’s St Lucia campus within the Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI). It is a modelling-focused PhD using existing datasets that combine hydrological measurements, contaminant concentrations, microbial profiles, and land-use information. The resear...
Environmental Science
Biology
Hydrology
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1 month ago
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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
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UNSW Sydney
Australia
Research Interests
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Sustainable Development
Sustainable Construction
3d Modeling
Lecturer in Humanitarian Engineering
RMIT University
Australia
Research Interests
Energy Engineering
Coastal Engineering
Humanitarian Studies
Covid-19
Water And Sanitation
University of Adelaide
Australia
Research Interests
Environmental Economics
Environmental Sustainability
Flood Risk
Sustainable Agriculture
Ecosystem Management
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Macquarie University
Australia
Research Interests
Hydrology
Sedimentology
Fluvial Geomorphology
River Restoration
Water Resource Management
Macquarie University
Australia
Research Interests
Hydrology
Hydrogeology
Water Resource Management
Ecohydrology
Circulation Modeling
Professor
University of Melbourne
Australia
Research Interests
Climatology
Meteorology
Climate Dynamics
Forecasting
Circulation Modeling
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CSIRO Industry PhD Program
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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.