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PhD Scholarship in Design and Use of Child Tracking Technologies, Australia

The University of Melbourne is offering a PhD Scholarship in the design and use of child tracking technologies, providing AUD $39,500 per annum for three years.

Applicants must meet the University of Melbourne’s entry requirements for a PhD, possess strong qualitative or interaction design research skills, demonstrate excellent communication abilities, and be able to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team. The scholarship is open to both domestic and international candidates.

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The University of Melbourne is one of Australia’s leading research-intensive institutions, recognized globally for excellence in teaching, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Located in the heart of Melbourne, it provides world-class facilities, strong industry partnerships, and a vibrant academic community that fosters creativity and critical thinking.

Application Deadline: November 30th, 2025

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: University of Melbourne

  • Department: School of Computing and Information Systems, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology

  • Course Level: Research Doctorate (PhD)

  • Award: AUD $39,500 per annum for 3 years, plus research and travel support

  • Access Mode: Online (via email submission)

  • Number of Awards: One

  • Nationality: Open to domestic and international applicants

  • The award can be taken in: Australia

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: PhD in areas related to Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), User Experience (UX) Design, Digital Media and Communication Studies, Science and Technology Studies (STS), Design Anthropology, or similar disciplines.
  • Admissible Criteria: Applicants must:

  • Meet the University of Melbourne’s entry requirements for Higher Degree by Research programs.

  • Demonstrate strong qualitative social research and/or interaction design research skills.

  • Show strong oral and written communication abilities.

  • Be able to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary research environment.

How to Apply

Expressions of Interest must be submitted to Assoc. Professor Bjørn Nansen ([email protected])

Benefits

  • Full-time scholarship valued at AUD $39,500 per annum (pro rata) for three years.

  • Access to workspace, IT support, and fully equipped UX and interaction design labs.

  • Funding support for research fieldwork and conference presentations.

  • Opportunities for collaboration within a leading interdisciplinary research environment at Melbourne Connect.

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