[ASA] UWA 2027 domestic RTP scholarship round now open

[Luke Davies]

Dear Colleagues,



Firstly, apologies if you receive this email through multiple channels…



The University of Western Australia (UWA)<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/hXLLCr81nyt6X5XKyI7f6Os4JlCE?domain=uwa.edu.au> node of the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR)<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/1GEKCvl1rKi4oDomJiXhlqsQoVDk?domain=icrar.org> invites applications from domestic students (Australian Citizens or permanent residents, New Zealand Citizens and UWA 2025 or 2026 graduates) for its PhD program commencing in 2027. If you know of any suitable candidates, please share the information below or ask them to contact A/Prof Luke Davies directly at phd_uwa at icrar.org.



ICRAR/UWA Domestic PhD Scholarships



ICRAR is one of Australia’s leading astronomical research institutes. Established in 2009 as an equal joint venture between Curtin University and UWA, ICRAR plays a prominent role in the international SKA Project and is recognised globally for its research excellence.

ICRAR/UWA hosts a vibrant, collaborative, and friendly research environment where PhD students engage in cutting-edge projects in observational and theoretical astrophysics. Their work often involves "Big Data" methodologies and technologies. Researchers at ICRAR/UWA play leading roles in programs that exploit state-of-the-art radio telescopes, extensive multi-wavelength datasets, and the latest galaxy formation models run on powerful HPC facilities.

Fully funded PhD scholarships are currently open for domestic students, and include tuition fees, health insurance, living allowance support and research/travel expenses.

For details about ICRAR/UWA's PhD program, including eligibility requirements and potential projects, visit the ICRAR/UWA webpage<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/oKMgCwV1vMfPXDXM5U9iGpsJd-TL?domain=icrar.org>. Applicants must identify a proposed project here<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/nHsPCxngwOfBK2K6pswsErsygghO?domain=researchdegrees.uwa.edu.au>, and contact the project lead prior to starting an application.

Importantly, applicants are only typically deemed appropriate for the award of a UWA-funded scholarship if they have a combined thesis plus coursework WAM average mark of above 80% in an existing qualifying degree. Further information can be found in the UWA advice for applicants<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/FpboCyojxQTJElEvGhNtm0sx6X3-?domain=assethub.uwa.edu.au> and research scholarship page<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/agWRCzvkyVCnv0vlXiwu7js9aGFH?domain=researchdegrees.uwa.edu.au>.

Applications are invited through the University’s HDR Application Portal, here<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/2jijCANpgjCVMvMyxi2C9QsGzuQr?domain=researchdegrees.uwa.edu.au>. If you have any issues with this, please contact A/Prof Luke Davies at phd_uwa at icrar.org.

Situated on the banks of the Swan River, UWA is one of Australia’s most picturesque campuses. Its open courtyards, lush gardens and beautiful surroundings provide a place to study and relax, whilst taking advantage of Perth’s beautiful climate. ICRAR/UWA is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse research community. As a holder of the Gold-status Pleiades Award<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/escbCBNqjlCA3g3QxCrFyjs2iLUh?domain=asa-idea.org>, ICRAR/UWA encourages applications from women and individuals underrepresented in STEM.



Key Details Summary

Applicant Information: Instructions to Applicants<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/FpboCyojxQTJElEvGhNtm0sx6X3-?domain=assethub.uwa.edu.au>, UWA Research Scholarships<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/agWRCzvkyVCnv0vlXiwu7js9aGFH?domain=researchdegrees.uwa.edu.au>, UWA PhD course details<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Ox1cCD1vlpTMQRQ27H8HG6sjvokl?domain=handbooks.uwa.edu.au> (including eligibility) and UWA’s English language requirements<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/W4O6CE8wmrtnKQKrwi4IG9s7kKPl?domain=uwa.edu.au>

Available Projects: UWA HDRhub projects page <https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/nHsPCxngwOfBK2K6pswsErsygghO?domain=researchdegrees.uwa.edu.au> (applicants must identify a project and contact the project lead prior to applying – for further details of projects also see the ICRAR/UWA Project Pages<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/MEqICGv0oyCqoVoxrSXSmGsBqWld?domain=icrar.org>)

Applications Open: October 1, 2026

Application Deadline: October 31, 2026

Ranking: November 2026

Offers from: December 2026

Commencement: 2 February – 31 March 2027

How to apply: Applicants can apply here<https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/2jijCANpgjCVMvMyxi2C9QsGzuQr?domain=researchdegrees.uwa.edu.au>.

Further Information (email): phd_uwa at icrar.org



Many thanks,



Luke Davies (Chair of the ICRAR/UWA HDR selection committee)


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Associate Professor Luke J. M. Davies
Principle Research Fellow
International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR)

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