Curtin University 2021 PhD Scholarship – WASM: Minerals Energy and Chemical Engineering

The PhD candidates will work within the renowned Curtin Corrosion Centre team as part of the new Chevron and Woodside partnership in materials and corrosion. The first PhD project will focus on polymers and composites to replace carbon and low alloy steels in selected critical oil and gas applications. The work will challenge the present state of knowledge that mandates the use of "steels" and limits the selection of alternative materials.

The second project will investigate methods to detect affected microstructures non-destructively and establish acceptance criteria. Affected microstructures can arise from different manufacturing methods such as welding or during heat treatment operations. The focus will be on low alloy steels and nickel-based alloys.

For both projects, the candidates are expected to have a strong background in materials science and engineering. For project 1, the candidate should demonstrate competence in polymeric materials and composites. For project 2, the candidate should demonstrate expertise in metallic materials, physical metallurgy, and non-destructive methods.

• Table of Content
• About Curtin University
• PhD Scholarship – WASM: Minerals Energy and Chemical Engineering
• Aim and Benefits of PhD Scholarship – WASM: Minerals Energy and Chemical Engineering
• Requirements for PhD Scholarship – WASM: Minerals Energy and Chemical Engineering Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Curtin University

PhD Scholarship – WASM: Minerals Energy and Chemical Engineering

Aim and Benefits of PhD Scholarship – WASM: Minerals Energy and Chemical Engineering

The successful candidate will receive a stipend of $28,596 per annum pro rata (tax free), indexed annually.

The duration of the award shall be for three years with a possible extension of up to six months (maximum), assessed on a case by case basis.

In addition, this scholarship will include a tuition fee waiver for a successful international candidate.

Requirements for PhD Scholarship – WASM: Minerals Energy and Chemical Engineering Qualification

The successful candidate must meet the minimum academic entry requirement for admission into the Doctor of Philosophy program https://research.curtin.edu.au/postgraduate/ including the English proficiency levels set by Curtin University.

Candidates should have:

• Master and bachelor (First Class Honours) degree of Materials Science and Engineering, or equivalent degree.
• Language requirement (IELTS, Overall 6.5, Speaking, Writing, Reading and Listening 6.0 or TOEFL, Overall 79, Reading, 13, Listening 13, Speaking 18, Writing 21).

Students with below skills are encouraged to apply:

• Polymers, composites, physical metallurgy, alloy manufacturing, non-destructive methods, and corrosion.
• Previous research experience and publications (desirable).

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Please send your expression of interest with your CV, publication list, and English score to Name: Prof. Mariano Iannuzzi, email [email protected]

For more details,visit Curtin University website