Queensland University of Technology Lidia Morawska Scholarship

With the support of Fondation L’Oréal, Queensland University of Technology and Professor Morawska established this scholarship to support postgraduate research students conducting research that helps us thrive in science and engineering.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineOctober 25, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorQueensland University of Technology (QUT)
• School to studyQueensland University of Technology (QUT)
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• You'll receive a scholarship valued at $10,000, paid as a one-off research allowance.

Requirements

To apply for this scholarship, you must:

• be a current research student at QUT, enrolled either full-time or part-time in a research degree (i.e. Doctor of Philosophy, professional doctorate or Master of Philosophy)
• be pursuing research in science and engineering that help us thrive, encompassing all spheres of endeavour including (but not limited to):
  • physics
  • chemistry
  • biology
  • aerosol science
  • aerobiology
  • engineering
  • data science
• have completed at least the first milestone of your research degree.

Selection Process

Once you submit your application, it will be reviewed by a selection panel.

Your application and supporting documentation will be the major consideration for the panel's decision. Reference checks may also be considered by the panel.

You will be considered based on the following criteria, listed in order of priority:

1. The quality of the research proposal on science that makes us thrive in science and engineering.
2. The capability of the researcher, as evidenced by research outputs and/or references.
3. The impact that the scholarship will have on your career.
4. How the activity you are proposing will contribute to developing knowledge and solutions within science and engineering that makes us thrive.

Application Documents

• a copy of your resume/curriculum vitae (CV), including research outputs such as conference presentations, posters, publications (please include DOIs where applicable)
• a research proposal detailing the impact of your research and how the scholarship funds will be used
• a completed Postgraduate Student IP Assignment and Confidentiality Deed
• a QUT Confirmation of Enrolment letter, which must include:
  • student number
  • research degree name and course type
  • thesis title
  • faculty, school and supervisors
  • degree start date, and current consumed load
  • milestone dates and status
  • maximum candidature date
  • approval leave of absence dates
  • any scholarship/sponsorships already held.

Check also:
ANU Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship 2026
University of Canberra Research Scholarships 2026

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• You need to complete and submit the online application form by the closing date of 11.59pm Sunday 25 October 2026, including the Application documents.

For more information, kindly visit the QUT schollarship webpage.