University of Tasmania Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Geotechnical Engineering 2027

The University of Tasmania is offering a funded PhD research opportunity focused on understanding soil behaviour and improving the assessment of urban landslide risks using advanced geotechnical and geophysical techniques.

Table of Content

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

Summary

• Application DeadlineOctober 1, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Tasmania
• School to studyUniversity of Tasmania
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

The successful applicant will receive a scholarship which provides:

• a living allowance stipend funded by University of Tasmania of $34,315 per annum for 3.5 years
• a relocation allowance of up to $2,000
• a tuition fees offset covering the cost of tuition fees for up to four years (domestic applicants only)

A tuition fee offset may be offered to eligible international applicants following competitive assessment 

Requirements

The project is competitively assessed and awarded. Selection is based on academic merit and suitability to the project as determined by the College.

Additional essential selection criteria specific to this project:

• A strong understanding of insitu geotechnical data, physical data and soil constitutive behaviour
• Strong academic background in geotechnical engineering and capability to work independently
• A solid knowledge of numerical modelling methods for slope stability analysis

Additional desirable selection criteria specific to this project:

• Knowledge of statistical processes for geotechnical risk

Applicants should review the Higher Degree by Research minimum entry requirements.

Ensure your eligibility for the scholarship round by referring to our Key Dates.

Additional eligibility criteria specific to this project/scholarship:

• Applications are open to Domestic/ International/ Onshore applicants from a geotechnical background only

Selection Process

1. Select your project, and check that you meet the eligibility and selection criteria, including citizenship;
2. Contact Doctor Ashley Dyson to discuss your suitability and the project's requirements; and
3. In your application:
   • Copy and paste the title of the project from this advertisement into your application. If you don’t correctly do this your application may be rejected.
   • Submit a signed supervisory support form, a CV including contact details of 2 referees and your project research proposal.
4. Apply prior to 1 October 2026.

Full details of the application process can be found under the ' How to apply ' section of the Research Degrees website.

Following the closing date applications will be assessed within the College. Applicants should expect to receive notification of the outcome by email by the advertised outcome date.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Applications are made via the Application Portal.

For more information, kindly visit the University of Tasmania webpage.