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UQ Cyber funded PhD scholarships

Project summary

Program
PhD
Location
St Lucia
Research area
Economics, Education, Engineering, Health sciences, Human society, Information and computing sciences, Law and legal studies, Mathematical sciences, Physical sciences, Psychology

Project description

How to Submit Your EOI

  1. Find a Principal Supervisor
    Identify a UQ Cyber Security-affiliated academic whose research aligns with your proposed PhD topic and obtain their agreement to supervise you.
  2. Prepare Your EOI
    Ensure that all required information and supporting documents are complete and comply with the EOI requirements.
  3. Submit Your EOI

Detailed information about the EOI process, required documents, and submission requirements is available at:
https://www.cyber.uq.edu.au/files/7484/UQCyber_scholarship_R2_2026.pdf

Scholarship

This project is supported by the Research project scholarship.

This scholarship includes:

  • living stipend of $39,220 per annum tax free (2026 rate), indexed annually
  • tuition fees covered.

This scholarship includes:

  • living stipend of $39,220 per annum tax free (2026 rate), indexed annually
  • tuition fees covered.
  • Single Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

Learn more about the Research project scholarship.

Supervisor

Preferred educational background

Your application will be assessed on a competitive basis.

We take into account your:

  • previous academic record
  • publication record
  • honours and awards
  • employment history.

You will demonstrate academic achievement in the fields of cybersecurity and privacy and the potential for scholastic success.

A background or knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy is highly desirable.

How to apply

You must submit an expression of interest (EOI) by 17 September, 2026 17 September, 2026.

Before you apply

  1. Check your eligibility for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
  2. Prepare your documentation.
  3. If you have any questions about whether the project is suitable for your research interests, contact Associate Professor Dongseong (Dan) Kim (dan.kim@uq.edu.au).

When you apply

To apply, submit an expression of interest (EOI) for the program. You don't need to apply separately for the project or scholarship. How to submit an EOI

In your EOI, complete the ‘Scholarship/Sponsorship’ section with the following details:

  1. Are you applying for an advertised project: 'Yes'
  2. Project: 'Research project scholarship'
  3. Scholarship Code Listed in the Advertisement: CYBERSECURITY-KIM
  4. Link to Scholarship Advertisement: https://study.uq.edu.au/study-options/phd-mphil-professional-doctorate/projects/uq-cyber-funded-phd-scholarships

Submit an EOI