Smart Futures PhD Scholarship Program

What is the Smart Futures PhD Scholarship Program?
The Smart Futures PhD Scholarships provide funding for scholars to undertake innovative PhD research at Queensland universities. The scholarships aim to attract and retain the best and brightest PhD researchers in Queensland, and inform evidence based government policy.

The Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation (DEEDI) administers the scholarships on behalf of the Queensland Government.

The objectives of the Smart Futures PhD Scholarships are to:

retain promising PhD researchers in Queensland
attract promising PhD researchers to Queensland
support PhD research that informs the policies and priorities of the Queensland Government
support PhD research which will benefit Queensland.

The Smart Futures PhD Scholarships provide funding of $8,000 (GST exempt) per year for three years ($24,000 in total) for scholars commencing new PhD research. A completion bonus of $2,000 (excluding GST) will be paid if the thesis is submitted within three years and six months of PhD commencement.

Who can apply?
Applications are open to students who reside in Queensland and are enrolled full-time at a university in Queensland or a national university with a Queensland campus commencing their studies at the time of applying (no continuing students or part-time students). Applicants must also demonstrate good research skills and that their PhD research will deliver outcomes for Queensland.

How do I apply?
Application forms are available through the Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation (DEEDI) website.

When must I apply by?
Please check the DEEDI website for dates.

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