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PhD opportunities: University of Queensland

Compare 3 doctoral research opportunities connected with University of Queensland, including project summaries, funding and application deadlines.

Fluid Mechanics

Multi-physics modelling of bearingless pumps

University of Queensland

About the Project The transition towards electrified and energy-efficient industrial systems demands new technologies capable of operating at high speed with improved efficiency, reliability, and reduced maintenance. Bearingless pumps represent a promising technology because they eliminate conventional mechanical bearings and shaft seals, thereby reducing frictional losses, wear, and maintenance requirements while enabling fully electrified actuation and control.

Location: Brisbane, Australia, Australia
Deadline: 11 October 2026
Funding: Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Artificial Intelligence

Has artificial intelligence reduced language barriers in biodiversity conservation?

University of Queensland

About the Project About the project Language barriers can profoundly affect how scientific evidence is produced, synthesised and applied to biodiversity conservation. These barriers are especially important in conservation because many of the world’s most biodiverse regions are also highly linguistically diverse and are located in countries where English is not widely spoken.

Location: Brisbane, Australia, Australia
Deadline: Year-round applications
Funding: Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Civil Engineering

Investigation of Railway Studs and Squats Top-Up Scholarship

University of Queensland

About the Project Rail studs and squats are increasingly important forms of rail damage affecting railway networks in Australia and internationally. Their prevalence has become a growing concern as modern railways adopt higher traction capabilities and more intensive operating conditions, generating increasingly demanding wheel–rail contact conditions.

Location: Brisbane, Australia, Australia
Deadline: Year-round applications
Funding: Self-Funded PhD Students Only