HUST-UTS Collaborative PhD Program

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree graduates with distinction or higher (CPA of 3.2 or above).
• Proficiency in English (equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or above).
• Passion for scientific research.
• Prior experience in research projects and published papers is an advantage (but not mandatory).

Scholarship Programs

1. 89-Topup Scholarship

• Designed for faculty members from universities.
• Applicants will receive guidance on applying for the 89 Scholarship from the Ministry of Education, selecting UTS as their host university.
• Upon receiving the 89 Scholarship, applicants will also receive a UTS top-up scholarship worth AUD 38,000/year and an additional AUD 5,000 start-up grant.

2. JRC Scholarship

• For those ineligible for the Ministry of Education’s 89 Scholarship.
• Recipients of the JRC Scholarship will study 1-2 years at HUST and at least 1 year at UTS.
• While at HUST, they will receive funding from AI4LIFE Institute’s budget.
• During their time at UTS, they will receive a full scholarship funded by UTS.

Selection Process

Round 1: Application Submission

• Copy of Bachelor’s/Master’s degree (for Master’s graduates).
• Academic transcripts from the most recent degree level.
• Recommendation letters (at least two).
• Acceptance letters from supervisors (one from HUST, one from UTS) (optional).

Submission link

Round 2: Interview

• Presentation of research content and proposal.
• Q&A with the selection committee.

Supervisors

1. Supervisors at UTS: List 

2. Supervisors at HUST

   • All faculty members at HUST (meeting HUST’s requirements for PhD supervision) are eligible to supervise candidates under this program.

   • Applicants may also refer to faculty members currently conducting research at AI4LIFE (here).