MRIWA PhD Scholarship for Women

The MRIWA PhD Scholarship for Women is offered annually by the Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia (MRIWA) to encourage and enable a woman of exceptional research promise to undertake a PhD degree in any discipline relevant to the minerals industry at a university in Western Australia.
Provider:
The Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia
Duration of Award:
3 years
Level of study:
  • Research

Eligibility

This scholarship is open to women only.

Applications will be considered from candidates in any Faculty for studies consistent with MRIWA’s current Research Priority Plan (https://www.mriwa.wa.gov.au/research-grants/research-priority-plan/)

The scholarship is awarded on the basis of merit, with applicants judged on proven academic record, individual research potential, and the quality of a detailed research proposal submitted along with their application.

How to Apply

Application for a MRIWA Scholarship requires completion of a detailed application form and research proposal, as described at https://www.mriwa.wa.gov.au/scholarships/phd-scholarship-program/

Complete all eligibility requirements and submit the required documents to scholarships@mriwa.wa.gov.au by the closing date.

Required Documents

  • IELTS (or equivalent) documentation where applicable
  • Academic transcript(s) providing evidence of graduation in a relevant undergraduate degree
  • Two signed references from academics familiar with your research to date

Confirmation of application for a PhD or other relevant program at the chosen host university.

For further information contact Dr Geoffrey Batt – geoffrey.batt@mriwa.wa.gov.au

Payment Method

Subject to a successful applicant’s ongoing acceptance and compliance with the terms and conditions, stipend payments totalling $40,739 per year will be made on a fortnightly basis.

Up to $5,820 per year, administered by the host institution, will also be made available to support the program of research undertaken.