Applications are invited for NHMRC Postgraduate Research Scholarship. Scholarship is available for pursuing PhD research project in Obesity Policy and Food Systems at Deakin University. The PhD project will examine some key aspects of the development and implementation of HTV. Applications are open to Australian and New Zealand citizens or international applicants. The scholarships will provide stipend of $25,392 per annum tax exempt for 3 years. Application should be submitted till 15th August 2014.
Study Subject(s): Scholarship is provided in the field of Obesity Policy and Food Systems.
Course Level: Scholarship is available for pursuing PhD degree level.
Scholarship Provider: Deakin University
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia
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( votes)Eligibility: Applicants must meet Deakin’s PhD entry requirements, be enrolling full-time and must hold an Honours degree (First Class) or a Master’s degree in a related field with a substantial research component (or equivalent). Please refer to the entry pathways to higher degrees by research for further information.
-Applications are open to Australian citizens or permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or international applicants.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Australian, New Zealand or international applicantscan apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: Deakin University is leading an NHMRC Centre for Research Excellence on Policy Research on Obesity Policy and Food Systems. The aim of the Centre is to reduce the burden of obesity through research on policy actions for creating healthy, sustainable, equitable food systems and reversing obesogenic environments. The Chief Investigators are international leaders in the field of obesity prevention, health economics, and prevention policy. As part of the Centre’s activity, a number of PhD scholarships are being funded. This PhD will be based in the research stream which is examining policy processes, with its overriding research question of ‘How can evidence-informed policy development and implementation be enhanced and sustained.
Number of award(s): Not Known
Duration of award(s): Scholarship is offered for 3 years.
What does it cover? The scholarships will provide stipend of $25,392 per annum tax exempt for 3 years.
Selection criteria: Not Known
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: Applications should include a covering letter, curriculum vitae, names of 2 referees, copies of qualifications, and a short statement (350 words maximum) outlining their interest in the above topic area. Applications should be emailed to Prof Marj Moodie, Centre for Research Excellence Coordinator.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 15th August 2014.
