Griffith Industry PhD Scholarship Scheme 2025

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Griffith Industry PhD Scholarship Scheme 2025

This unique scholarship opportunity is being offered by Griffith University in collaboration with industry partners to empower future researchers with practical, industry-relevant experience while they pursue their doctoral studies in Australia.

The Griffith Industry PhD Scheme is tailored for students who are eager to tackle real-world challenges and generate research with direct industry impact. Under this scheme, candidates will undertake a PhD program while co-developing a research project with an industry partner.

The scholarship is therefore open to both domestic and international students who wish to pursue a PhD in partnership with an external organisation across various fields at Griffith University.

Scholarship Overview

  • Scholarship type: Fully Funded HDR Living Stipend

  • Stipend value: $50,000 AUD per year (2024 rate), for up to 3.5 years

  • Other supports:

    • Co-funded relocation costs (case-by-case basis depending on industry partner)

    • 12 weeks of paid sick leave and fully funded parental leave (aligned with university scholarship conditions)

  • Health insurance: Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Single Membership may be covered for international students

  • Study Level: PhD

  • Study Course: Open to all eligible PhD programs

  • Citizen type: Open to both domestic and international students

  • Number of positions: Multiple positions across varying disciplines and projects

  • Duration: Up to 3.5 years

  • Deadline: Varies depending on the specific project or partnership. Early application recommended

Eligibility Criteria 

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants are expected to:

  • Have applied for and met the entry requirements for a PhD program at Griffith University

  • Hold a relevant Bachelor (Honours) or Master’s degree with a significant research component

  • Have secured an industry partner or be the preferred candidate for a listed industry project

  • Be committed to spending a minimum of 60 days working directly with the industry partner (remotely or in person)

  • Be enrolled full-time (exceptions for part-time and remote students may be considered depending on the project)

  • Meet any additional academic qualifications outlined in the individual project offering

Selection Criteria 

The selection process will be merit-based, with key criteria including:

  • Academic performance in your previous degree (preferably Honours First Class or equivalent)

  • Quality and relevance of your research proposal

  • Evidence of research experience, publications, or industry-relevant achievements

  • Alignment of your background with the industry project’s goals

  • Recommendations and references from academic or professional referees

  • Capacity and motivation to collaborate effectively with both university and industry supervisors

How to Apply

There are two ways to apply for this scholarship:

  1. Apply for a listed industry PhD project:

    • Browse available positions via Griffith’s Research Scholarships Table.

    • Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI).

    • If selected as the preferred candidate, you’ll receive instructions to formally apply for the program and scholarship.

  2. Bring your own industry partner:

    • If you already have an employer or industry organisation interested in partnering with Griffith, find a supervisor via Griffith Experts.

    • Work with them to co-develop a project and submit a joint application for the Industry PhD Scheme.

Who to Contact

Visit University Website for further details and to apply


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