International PhD Scholarships in Critical Conversations at the University of Adelaide

The University of Adelaide is offering the International PhD Award in Critical Conversations for the 2022 academic year, part of the University Scholarship ARC Project – Critical Conversations: An Ethnographic Study of Australian Organ Donation. This scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for students to conduct research in Social Sciences, Sociology, Criminology, and Gender Studies.

University of Adelaide Overview

The University of Adelaide is one of Australia’s top universities, ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide and 108th in the QS World University Rankings 2022. Known for its research excellence, the university provides students with an environment that encourages both academic growth and real-world impact. It is particularly noted for being ranked 1st in Employability in the USA.

Scholarship Details

• Scholarship Amount: $28,854 per year (2022 rate)
• Duration: Up to 3 years
• Degree Program: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) – Postgraduate Research
• Eligibility: Open to Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, New Zealand Citizens, Permanent Humanitarian Visa Holders, and International Students.
• Field of Study: Social Sciences, Sociology, Criminology, Gender Studies

Application Process

1. Application Pathways: Domestic and international students must first follow their respective admission application pathways to the University of Adelaide.
2. Expression of Interest: To apply for the scholarship, students must send their expression of interest to Dr. Tanya Zivkovic via email at [email protected], including the name of the scholarship in the subject line.

Supporting Documents Required

• Proof of Citizenship: Evidence of Australian or New Zealand citizenship, or Australian permanent resident status (if applicable)
• Academic Documents: Degree certificates (testamurs), academic transcripts, and translations of non-English documentation
• English Proficiency: Evidence of English language proficiency, including scores from:
• IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Internet-Based Test
• PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic
• C1 Advanced (formerly CAE – Cambridge English: Advanced)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Application Benefits

• Selected PhD candidates will receive a stipend of $28,854 per annum (2022 rate) to support their research during the PhD program.

Application Deadline

• Applications are open until the positions are filled.

This scholarship is an excellent opportunity for those looking to pursue a PhD at a world-class university while contributing to significant research in the area of Australian organ donation.