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2025 Interdisciplinary PhD Scholarship in Human Experiences of Technology at RMIT University

These research projects will examine technology design and use, focusing on the intersections of people/society and digital computing technologies. Project designs will be interdisciplinary and use various methodologies and methods to critically assess and/or propose (re)designs of digital technologies.

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Benefits

  • A stipend of $32,841 per annum pro rata (full-time study), with a possible extension of six months. This amount is subject to indexation annually
  • International candidates in receipt of this scholarship are also awarded an RTP International Tuition Fee Offset Scholarship (RIFOS) or an RMIT Research International Tuition Fee Scholarship (RRITFS).
  • All local candidates, Australian and New Zealand citizens or permanent residents of Australia are provided with an RTP Fee Offset scholarship. Applicants in receipt of an RTP Fee Offset scholarship are not required to pay tuition fees for the maximum duration of their candidature.
  • Paid sick, maternity and parenting leave (within the limits of the Scholarship Terms and Conditions).

Requirements

  • Have a first-class Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (e.g., information science, sociology, digital humanities, digital health, computer science, information systems, user experience design)
  • Have strong social research (quantitative/qualitative) AND/OR computing design and analysis skills
  • Provide evidence of strong oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrate an ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary research team
  • Meet RMIT University’s entry requirements for the Higher Degree by Research programs
  • The scholarship is open to both domestic and international applicants, but the applicant must be living in Australia upon commencement of the PhD

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How To Apply

To apply, please submit the following documents to Prof Lisa Given ([email protected])

  • A cover letter 
  • A research statement of 1-2 pages, outlining the research problem and research questions to be studied, proposed methodology/methods, and brief reference list
  •  A copy of electronic academic transcripts
  • A CV that includes any publications/awards and the contact details of two referees 
  • Thesis and/or research publications

For international applicants, evidence of English proficiency may be required.

Once approved, prospective candidates will be required to submit an application for admission to an appropriate PhD program.

Scholarship applications will only be successful if prospective candidates are provided with an offer for admission.

Enquiry: Prof Lisa Given ([email protected])

For more information, kindly visit RMIT University scholarship webpage.

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