Flinders PhD Scholarship in Aquaculture at Flinders University 2025

Eligibility:

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must:

• Be an Australian citizen, New Zealand citizen, permanent resident of Australia, or hold/ be eligible to apply for a relevant international visa.
• Meet Flinders University PhD admission criteria, including having an Australian Honours degree Class 1 or 2A (or equivalent) in marine biology or aquaculture, or demonstrate equivalent research experience, such as refereed publications or significant lead researcher experience.
• Begin their studies as soon as possible, within a timeframe set by the Office of Graduate Research, in consultation with the College of Science and Engineering and Eyre Shellfish Ltd, with a maximum of 3 months from the scholarship acceptance.
• This period may be extended to 6 months in exceptional circumstances, with approval from the Industry Partner and the University.
• Have clearance for a National Police Criminal History Check.

Application Process:

To apply for the scholarship, applicants must:

• Complete the attached Higher Degree by Research Scholarship Application Form.
• Submit applications by the deadline of 1 March 2025.
• Successful applicants must also meet the eligibility requirements and apply for HDR candidature at Flinders University to receive the scholarship. For more details, visit the "Apply for a Higher Degree by Research" page.
• The application may close earlier if a successful candidate is selected before the deadline.
• The project start date will be determined in consultation with the project lead, with the expectation that the successful applicant will begin as soon as possible.

Value:

This scholarship provides:

• A stipend of $33,990 per year (2024 full-time rate, indexed annually), plus a tax-free top-up of $10,000 per year, for up to 3.5 years.
• A 3-month industry internship to apply research in a practical setting during the candidature.
• Access to both academic and industry expertise through joint supervision.
• A supportive environment for learning advanced research methods and becoming an expert in aquaculture.
• The opportunity to manage a complex research project and address challenging problems with innovative solutions.
• A collaborative research community to enhance skills and expand your professional network for advancing your research career.