The University

The University of Western Australia is a public research university located in Perth, Western Australia. The university was established in 1911 by the Western Australian Parliament. The university is ranked respectably amongst other universities around the world. The University of Western Australia sees an annual enrollment of over 17,600 students.

The PhD Scholarships

The University of Western Australia is pleased to announce the availability of four PhD scholarships. All four of these PhD scholarships are awarded to the School of Animal Biology at the University of Western Australia. Each of these PhD scholarships are accompanied by a research project.

Research Projects and Their Deadlines

The research projects are listed below:

1. Marine and Terrestrial Invertebrates Diversity and the Evolution in the Pilbara Region in Australia: Deadline 11^th of July.
2. Overcoming the Barriers to Clinical Translations of Red or Near-Infrared Irradiation Therapy for the Treatment of Neuro-Trauma: The deadline for these PhD scholarships is the 29^th of August. Applications are accepted throughout the year but for applicants that wish to be considered for the current academic year must have their applications in before the 29^th of August.
3. Targeting Nano-Particles to Deliver Novel Combination Treatments for Secondary Degeneration Following Neuro-Trauma: The deadline for these PhD scholarships is the 29^th of August. Applications are accepted throughout the year but for applicants that wish to be considered for the current academic year must have their applications in before the 29^th of August.
4. Evolution of the Mammalian Baculums: The deadline for these PhD scholarships is the 29^th of August. Applications are accepted throughout the year but for applicants that wish to be considered for the current academic year must have their applications in before the 29^th of August.

Award: Each of these PhD scholarships are all fully funded. This means that they cover the cost of tuition for the domestic student rate. International applicants are still welcome to apply however they must demonstrate the ability to pay the difference between domestic and international tuition rates. These PhD scholarships also offer a generous stipend in the amount of £13,863 annually.

Duration: These PhD scholarships last for a duration of 3.5 years.

Requirements:

• The applicant is required to have an upper second class or first class degree with honours. The applicant must have a degree in a subject area related to the research project they are hoping to become a part of.
• Applicants must be able to communicate effectively. Applicants who do not speak English as their first language are required to submit language assessment scores such as the IELTS.
• The applicant must provide at least two references.
• The applicant must compose a research proposal that clearly illustrates in detail the approach the applicant projects to take while performing their research.
• The applicant must submit a short personal statement or essay that illustrates their reasoning for wanting to undertake the research or doctorate program.
• The applicant must provide all their previous academic transcripts as well an up to date CV or resume.
• These positions are highly competitive and require applicants to be immensely intelligent as well as determine and motivated to get the job done. The applicants will be required to work in groups therefore it is important they are able to get along and work well in groups.