Selection of the candidates will be done by the selection committee, based on the academic merit, research capability and research interest into this particular project.
Management of Marine Plastics PhD Scholarships, University of Queensland, Australia 2020
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Eligibility
PhD Candidates
Region
Australia
Award
AUD 5,000 per annum and other benefits
Deadline
Closed
About The Program
University of Queensland, Australia invites applications for Management of Marine Plastics PhD scholarships 2020 from new and currently enrolled students of the University for Higher Degree by research programs. This scholarship aims to give an excellent platform to the PhD candidates in the research domain of plastic pollution. Selected scholars will be able to work with Associate Professor Bronwyn Laycock, Professor Paul Lant and Associate Professor Steven Pratt on the innovative project of exploring strategies for tackling marine plastics pollution. They will also receive AUD 5,000 per annum.
EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed
To be eligible, an applicant must:
- Meet the eligibility criteria of Higher Degree by Research (HDR) programs at the University of Queensland
- Be newly or currently enrolled students into PhD programs at the University of Queensland
- Be Australian or international graduates
- Hold a first-class Honours degree or equivalent Master’s degree
- Have a strong mathematical aptitude
- Have a passion for global sustainability
For more eligibility criteria, click the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) section of the page.
Benefits
- AUD 5,000 per annum for up to three years, with a possibility of two 6 months extension
- Opportunity to work with Associate Professor Bronwyn Laycock, Professor Paul Lant and Associate Professor Steven Pratt
Documents
A thesis of research comprising of new techniques in not more than 80,000 words.
How can you apply?
Interested candidates can apply for this scholarship by sending cover letter, CV and academic transcript/s to Associate Professor Bronwyn Laycock through email to b.laycock@uq.edu.au.
Important Dates
Application deadline: 31st December 2019
Selection Criteria
Terms and Conditions
- All the domestic and international students meeting the eligibility criteria are eligible for this scholarship.
- Applying candidates should have a background in chemistry or chemical engineering with a preference for some background in polymer science.
- Applying candidates should be comfortable with ambiguity of this challenging, wicked issue of tackling marine plastics.
Contact Details
Associate Professor Bronwyn Laycock
Phone: +61 7 3346 8882
Email: b.laycock@uq.edu.au
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