2026 Monash Education PhD Scholarship in Intergenerational Play

Monash University is offering a fully funded PhD scholarship for a motivated candidate interested in intergenerational play and wellbeing. The project explores how people of different ages play together, focusing on the experiences and perspectives of all participants. Working within a broader research program, the candidate will collaborate with the research team to design and implement intergenerational play experiences. The PhD project will also involve creating Professional Learning modules and partnering with industry organisations to deliver and evaluate these.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMarch 6, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorMonash University
• City to studyVictoria
• School to studyMonash University
• Eligible CountryAustralia

Benefits

• $37,145 pa pro rata tax exempt stipend

Requirements

To be eligible you must:

• be a domestic candidate
• have the necessary qualifications, such as a research masters or honours year to meet the selection requirements into the doctoral program (see Monash University PhD entry requirements)
• be enrolling full time
• not already hold a PhD

In its assessment, the selection committee will prioritise applicants with a significant experience working with children and families in community settings. Any previous experience of researching with children would also be an advantage.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Scholarship applicants must complete the online EOI form including details of their proposed research topic by the closing date.

For more information, kindly visit the Monash University Scholarship webpage.