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We provide scholarships to exceptional students for assistance with a range of elements including tuition, research expenses and living costs.
Other scholarships may be offered throughout the year, which are funded by Griffith academic areas or external funding bodies.
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The Goda Foundation PhD Scholarships
The Goda Foundation is dedicated to the enhancement of medical research in the areas of Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia.
The Scholarship has a total value of $43,597 per annum for 3 years which consists of a $28,597 living allowance stipend and $15,000 top up scholarship provided by The Goda Foundation.
Applications are NOW OPEN and close on 28 September 2021
Scholarship Information
The Goda Foundation is dedicated to the enhancement of medical research in the areas of Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia. The foundation was established by Mr Humphrey Firkins to honour his wife Goda.
The Goda Foundation PhD Scholarships will provide vital support to researchers in helping to progress research into a clinical setting; a crucial aspect in ensuring that medical research impacts on our community and generations into the future in the most positive manner.
It is intended that The Goda Foundation PhD Scholarships will ultimately play an important role in contributing to improving the health outcomes for people within Australia and on a global scale.
Our Alzheimer's disease and Dementia Research
Clem Jones Centre for Neurobiology and Stem Cell Research
One of our research teams, led by A/Prof Jenny Ekberg, has discovered that pathogens (bacteria, viruses) can rapidly enter the brain via the nasal cavity, which can lead to pathology consistent with AD-like neuropathology. The team is now focussed on investigating how pathogens, neuroinflammation and deposition of amyloid all contribute to AD, and developing novel treatments targeting these components. Research will be conducted using in vitro cell models and in vivo animal models. This project will suit candidates with a biomedical science, cell biology, microbiology or pharmacology/drug discovery background.
Neuroscience, Ageing and Dementia Program
Another of our teams, led by Prof. Wendy Moyle, is focussed on improving the quality of life for people with dementia by managing behavioural and psychological symptoms. Prof. Moyle’s team develops and tests innovative assistive technologies and social robots. Research will be focused on: 1. The examination and efficacy of a social robot in improving quality of life of people with dementia and their family carers, or 2. Technology to manage behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia including pain. The projects will suit candidates with a health or engineering/IT background
The selection of applicants for the award of higher degree research scholarships at Griffith University involves consideration of your academic merit and research background. To be successful within this role, you will be able to research independently, have a passion for Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia Research, strong research methods skills, high quality written and verbal communication skills, and an interest in biomedical science or technology.
For the wet lab research project (AD and pathogens), you will need experience in cell culture, and preferably also in microbiology and/or pharmacology/drug discovery.
- This scholarship is open to new domestic and international applicants who are already in Australia or have permission to travel to Australia
- Applicants must have completed, or expect to complete, a bachelor’s degree with honours equivalent to first class honours or a Master’s degree (AQF Level 9) incorporating a significant research component of a standard comparable to a bachelor honours degree or be regarded by Griffith University as having an equivalent level of attainment in accordance with Schedule One of the HDR Scholarship Policy and be intending to enrol full-time in an approved doctoral program
- Applicants must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to work effectively independently as well as in teams.
- A background or interest in Dementia and/or Alzheimer’s disease research
The Scholarship has a total value of $43,597 per annum for 3 years which consists of a $28,597 living allowance stipend and $15,000 top up scholarship provided by the Goda Foundation.
Please see the GUPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
A successful International applicant will also be awarded a Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship to cover tuition fees for up to three years.
Please see the GUIPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
Apply online via the How to Apply website
The Office of Health Dean Research
Phone: (07) 5678 9603
Email: health-dean-research@griffith.edu.au
Griffith Graduate Research School
Phone: (07) 3735 3817
Dementia Research
Phone: (07) 3735 5526
Email: w.moyle@griffith.edu.au
Alzheimer's disease Research
Phone: (07) 5678 0911
Email: j.ekberg@griffith.edu.au
Disability and Rehabilitation Scholarship
Disability is one of the major challenges society will face over the next decade, necessitating new ways of thinking, improved therapies, better services, greater access to technology and supportive environments.
Griffith Health are looking to invest in the future of health research with higher degree by research scholarships.
The scholarship value is $28,597 (indexed) for a period of 3 years full time study
Scholarship Information
Griffith Health includes five Schools and has connections with research centres and institutes around the globe.
Our research addresses issues that affect societies and environments around the world and our Higher Degree Research students work alongside world-class researchers to achieve the best outcomes.
Griffith Health undertakes research across the lifecycle to identify key factors that influence health. From this we develop and test strategies to improve health and wellbeing for individuals, families and communities.
With exceptional biomedical, nursing, allied health, social and behavioural scientists, clinical researchers and research candidates, Griffith’s health research has achieved remarkable outcomes.
Our research strengths align with local, national and global health priorities. Underpinning the work of these programs is a focus on innovation, data science, research translation and meaningful clinical and community partnerships.
Disability and Rehabilitation: Disability is one of the major challenges society will face over the next decade, necessitating new ways of thinking, improved therapies, better services, greater access to technology and supportive environments.
Current research priority areas within the School of Health Sciences and Social Work in the area of Disability and Rehabilitation are:
- Restorative Robotics and Rehabilitation Engineering
- Therapeutic and Behavioural Practices
- Environmental Enrichment
- Policy and Governance Innovation.
These scholarships are open to domestic and international applicants*.
Applicants must have completed, or expect to complete, a Bachelors degree with honours (Class I) or a Masters degree (AQF Level 9) incorporating a substantial research component of a standard comparable to a Bachelor honours degree (Class I) or be regarded by Griffith University as having an equivalent level of attainment. Applicants who have completed a Bachelors degree with honours (Class IIA) or a Masters degree of a comparable standard together with research experience and/or research outputs (e.g. published research papers or been awarded research funding) will be considered.
Early career health and industry professionals interested in returning to higher degree studies (full-time) are strongly encouraged to apply.
The 2021 Griffith University Postgraduate Research Scholarship has an annual stipend of $28,597 (indexed) for a period of up to three years of full-time study. Please see the GUPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
A successful International applicant will also be awarded a Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship to cover tuition fees for up to three years. Please see the GUIPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
The scholarship will commence in February 2022.
Expressions of Interest for Disability and Rehabilitation Scholarship should be emailed to:
A/Prof Ben Desbrow
Email: b.desbrow@griffith.edu.au
Phone: 07 5678 9110
Please attach to your email a copy of:
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Transcript of latest degree completed that included a research component / dissertation.
Close date: 11.59pm on Friday 27 August 2021.
The preferred scholarship recipients will then be invited to formally apply online. If you are invited to apply online your application must be submitted no later than 28 September 2021.
For general administration enquiries about HDR degrees please contact:
Griffith Graduate Research School Phone: (07) 3735 3817 Email: hdr-scholarship@griffith.edu.au
Clinical Nursing Scholarship
#1 ranked in Australia & #2 ranked in the World Nursing and Midwifery School
With opportunities aligned to the development of nursing practice to improve the quality and safety of care for patients in the acute, community or residential aged care settings.
Griffith Health are looking to invest in the future of health research with higher degree by research scholarships.
The scholarship value is $28,597 (indexed) for a period of 3 years full time study
Scholarship Information
Griffith Health includes five Schools and has connections with research centres and institutes around the globe.
Our research addresses issues that affect societies and environments around the world and our Higher Degree Research students work alongside world-class researchers to achieve the best outcomes.
Griffith Health undertakes research across the lifecycle to identify key factors that influence health. From this we develop and test strategies to improve health and wellbeing for individuals, families and communities.
With exceptional biomedical, nursing, allied health, social and behavioural scientists, clinical researchers and research candidates, Griffith’s health research has achieved remarkable outcomes.
Our research strengths align with local, national and global health priorities. Underpinning the work of these programs is a focus on innovation, data science, research translation and meaningful clinical and community partnerships.
Clinical Nursing: Research with the #1 ranked in Australia and #2 ranked in the World Nursing and Midwifery school with opportunities aligned to the development of nursing practice to improve the quality and safety of care for patients in the acute, community or residential aged care settings
Current research priority areas within the School of Nursing and Midwifery in the area of Clinical Nursing are:
- Acute & Critical care
- Ageing and older people's health
- Chronic conditions and end of life care
- Patient safety
- Vulnerable populations in emergency care
- Wiser wounds
These scholarships are open to domestic and international applicants*.
Applicants must have completed, or expect to complete, a Bachelors degree with honours (Class I) or a Masters degree (AQF Level 9) incorporating a substantial research component of a standard comparable to a Bachelor honours degree (Class I) or be regarded by Griffith University as having an equivalent level of attainment. Applicants who have completed a Bachelors degree with honours (Class IIA) or a Masters degree of a comparable standard together with research experience and/or research outputs (e.g. published research papers or been awarded research funding) will be considered.
Early career health and industry professionals interested in returning to higher degree studies (full-time) are strongly encouraged to apply.
*If you are an international applicant who is currently offshore please discuss with your supervisor short-term study away requirements and/or the viability of applying for a travel exemption before submitting an application. Please see the FAQs web page for further details.
The 2021 Griffith University Postgraduate Research Scholarship has an annual stipend of $28,597 (indexed) for a period of up to three years of full-time study. Please see the GUPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
A successful International applicant will also be awarded a Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship to cover tuition fees for up to three years. Please see the GUIPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
The scholarship will commence in February 2022.
Expressions of Interest for Clinical Nursing Scholarship should be emailed to:
Dr Helen Petsky
Email: h.petsky@griffith.edu.au
Phone: 07 3382 1391
Please attach to your email a copy of:
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Transcript of latest degree completed that included a research component / dissertation.
Close date: 11.59pm on Friday 27 August 2021.
The preferred scholarship recipients will then be invited to formally apply online. If you are invited to apply online your application must be submitted no later than 28 September 2021.
For general administration enquiries about HDR degrees please contact:
Griffith Graduate Research School Phone: (07) 3735 3817 Email: hdr-scholarship@griffith.edu.au
Chronic non-communicable disease scholarship
Rising levels of obesity, physical inactivity and inadequate diets contribute to an ever-growing burden of chronic health problems. Much of this burden occurs in countries with aging populations and health systems that are ill-equipped to deal with the approaching avalanche of chronic disease.
Griffith Health are looking to invest in the future of health research with higher degree by research scholarships.
The scholarship value is $28,597 (indexed) for a period of 3 years full time study
Scholarship Information
Griffith Health includes five Schools and has connections with research centres and institutes around the globe.
Our research addresses issues that affect societies and environments around the world and our Higher Degree Research students work alongside world-class researchers to achieve the best outcomes.
Griffith Health undertakes research across the lifecycle to identify key factors that influence health. From this we develop and test strategies to improve health and wellbeing for individuals, families and communities.
With exceptional biomedical, nursing, allied health, social and behavioural scientists, clinical researchers and research candidates, Griffith’s health research has achieved remarkable outcomes.
Our research strengths align with local, national and global health priorities. Underpinning the work of these programs is a focus on innovation, data science, research translation and meaningful clinical and community partnerships.
Chronic non-communicable diseases: Rising levels of obesity, physical inactivity and inadequate diets contribute to an ever-growing burden of chronic health problems. Much of this burden occurs in countries with aging populations and health systems that are ill-equipped to deal with the approaching avalanche of chronic disease.
Current research priority areas within the School of Medicine and Dentistry in the area of non-communicable diseases are progressing ‘best buys’ in non-communicable disease control and prevention encompassing fiscal, behavioural and policy interventions to modify supply and demand patterns.
These scholarships are open to domestic and international applicants*.
Applicants must have completed, or expect to complete, a Bachelors degree with honours (Class I) or a Masters degree (AQF Level 9) incorporating a substantial research component of a standard comparable to a Bachelor honours degree (Class I) or be regarded by Griffith University as having an equivalent level of attainment. Applicants who have completed a Bachelors degree with honours (Class IIA) or a Masters degree of a comparable standard together with research experience and/or research outputs (e.g. published research papers or been awarded research funding) will be considered.
Early career health and industry professionals interested in returning to higher degree studies (full-time) are strongly encouraged to apply.
*If you are an international applicant who is currently offshore please discuss with your supervisor short-term study away requirements and/or the viability of applying for a travel exemption before submitting an application. Please see the FAQs web page for further details.
The 2021 Griffith University Postgraduate Research Scholarship has an annual stipend of $28,597 (indexed) for a period of up to three years of full-time study. Please see the GUPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
A successful International applicant will also be awarded a Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship to cover tuition fees for up to three years. Please see the GUIPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
The scholarship will commence in February 2022.
Expressions of Interest for Non-communicable Diseases Scholarship should be emailed to:
A/Prof Faruk Ahmed
Email: f.ahmed@griffith.edu.au
Phone: 07 5552 7874
Please attach to your email a copy of:
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Transcript of latest degree completed that included a research component / dissertation.
Close date: 11.59pm on Friday 27 August 2021.
The preferred scholarship recipients will then be invited to formally apply online. If you are invited to apply online your application must be submitted no later than 28 September 2021.
For general administration enquiries about HDR degrees please contact:
Griffith Graduate Research School Phone: (07) 3735 3817 Email: hdr-scholarship@griffith.edu.au
Child and Youth Mental Health Scholarship
In any given year, one in seven Australian children experience a mental health problem. Most young people never receive evidence-based treatments and many young people do not respond to current interventions or relapse over time.
Griffith Health are looking to invest in the future of health research with higher degree by research scholarships.
The scholarship value is $28,597 (indexed) for a period of 3 years full time study
Scholarship Information
Griffith Health includes five Schools and has connections with research centres and institutes around the globe.
Our research addresses issues that affect societies and environments around the world and our Higher Degree Research students work alongside world-class researchers to achieve the best outcomes.
Griffith Health undertakes research across the lifecycle to identify key factors that influence health. From this we develop and test strategies to improve health and wellbeing for individuals, families and communities.
With exceptional biomedical, nursing, allied health, social and behavioural scientists, clinical researchers and research candidates, Griffith’s health research has achieved remarkable outcomes.
Our research strengths align with local, national and global health priorities. Underpinning the work of these programs is a focus on innovation, data science, research translation and meaningful clinical and community partnerships.
Child and Youth Mental Health: In any given year, one in seven Australian children experience a mental health problem. Most young people never receive evidence-based treatments and many young people do not respond to current interventions or relapse over time.
Current research priority areas within the School of Applied Psychology in the area of Child and Youth Mental Health is the development of mental health interventions that can reach young people where they are, and improve clinical outcomes for children and adolescents.
These scholarships are open to domestic and international applicants*.
Applicants must have completed, or expect to complete, a Bachelors degree with honours (Class I) or a Masters degree (AQF Level 9) incorporating a substantial research component of a standard comparable to a Bachelor honours degree (Class I) or be regarded by Griffith University as having an equivalent level of attainment. Applicants who have completed a Bachelors degree with honours (Class IIA) or a Masters degree of a comparable standard together with research experience and/or research outputs (e.g. published research papers or been awarded research funding) will be considered.
Early career health and industry professionals interested in returning to higher degree studies (full-time) are strongly encouraged to apply.
*If you are an international applicant who is currently offshore please discuss with your supervisor short-term study away requirements and/or the viability of applying for a travel exemption before submitting an application. Please see the FAQs web page for further details.
The 2021 Griffith University Postgraduate Research Scholarship has an annual stipend of $28,597 (indexed) for a period of up to three years of full-time study. Please see the GUPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
A successful International applicant will also be awarded a Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship to cover tuition fees for up to three years. Please see the GUIPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
The scholarship will commence in February 2022.
Expressions of Interest for Child and Youth Mental Health Scholarship should be emailed to:
A/Prof Stefano Occhipinti
Email: hdrc-appliedpsychology@griffith.edu.au
Phone: 07 3735 3372
Please attach to your email a copy of:
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Transcript of latest degree completed that included a research component / dissertation.
Close date: 11.59pm on Friday 27 August 2021.
The preferred scholarship recipients will then be invited to formally apply online. If you are invited to apply online your application must be submitted no later than 28 September 2021.
For general administration enquiries about HDR degrees please contact:
Griffith Graduate Research School Phone: (07) 3735 3817 Email: hdr-scholarship@griffith.edu.au
Ultra-modern approaches to major diseases Scholarship
Cancer, infectious diseases, Alzheimer’s disease, nervous system injuries and cardiovascular disorders are some of our most important health issues in society, we combine cutting-edge research techniques in multiple fields such as biomedical science, pharmacology and pharmacy, to tackle these and other challenges.
Griffith Health are looking to invest in the future of health research with higher degree by research scholarships.
The scholarship value is $28,597 (indexed) for a period of 3 years full time study
Scholarship Information
Griffith Health includes five Schools and has connections with research centres and institutes around the globe.
Our research addresses issues that affect societies and environments around the world and our Higher Degree Research students work alongside world-class researchers to achieve the best outcomes.
Griffith Health undertakes research across the lifecycle to identify key factors that influence health. From this we develop and test strategies to improve health and wellbeing for individuals, families and communities.
With exceptional biomedical, nursing, allied health, social and behavioural scientists, clinical researchers and research candidates, Griffith’s health research has achieved remarkable outcomes.
Our research strengths align with local, national and global health priorities. Underpinning the work of these programs is a focus on innovation, data science, research translation and meaningful clinical and community partnerships.
Ultra-modern approaches to understand and treat major diseases: We work all the way from molecule to clinic and tangible products ready for clinical use. Our research ranges from deep fundamental discovery (mechanisms of disease) to translation (treatment), driven by end-user needs (patients, community, clinicians and industry). We combine cutting-edge research techniques in multiple fields such as biomedical science, pharmacology and pharmacy, to tackle these and other challenges.
Current research priority areas within the School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences in the area of major diseases are:
- Cancer
- Infectious diseases
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Nervous system injuries
- Cardiovascular disorders
These scholarships are open to domestic and international applicants*.
Applicants must have completed, or expect to complete, a Bachelors degree with honours (Class I) or a Masters degree (AQF Level 9) incorporating a substantial research component of a standard comparable to a Bachelor honours degree (Class I) or be regarded by Griffith University as having an equivalent level of attainment. Applicants who have completed a Bachelors degree with honours (Class IIA) or a Masters degree of a comparable standard together with research experience and/or research outputs (e.g. published research papers or been awarded research funding) will be considered.
Early career health and industry professionals interested in returning to higher degree studies (full-time) are strongly encouraged to apply.
*If you are an international applicant who is currently offshore please discuss with your supervisor short-term study away requirements and/or the viability of applying for a travel exemption before submitting an application. Please see the FAQs web page for further details.
The 2021 Griffith University Postgraduate Research Scholarship has an annual stipend of $28,597 (indexed) for a period of up to three years of full-time study. Please see the GUPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
A successful International applicant will also be awarded a Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship to cover tuition fees for up to three years. Please see the GUIPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
The scholarship will commence in February 2022.
Expressions of Interest for Major Diseases Scholarship should be emailed to:
A/Prof Jason Peart
Email: j.peart@griffith.edu.au
Phone: 07 555 28357
Please attach to your email a copy of:
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Transcript of latest degree completed that included a research component / dissertation.
Close date: 11.59pm on Friday 27 August 2021.
The preferred scholarship recipients will then be invited to formally apply online. If you are invited to apply online your application must be submitted no later than 28 September 2021.
For general administration enquiries about HDR degrees please contact:
Griffith Graduate Research School Phone: (07) 3735 3817 Email: hdr-scholarship@griffith.edu.au
National Centre for Neuroimmunology and Emerging Diseases – Stewart Foundation Scholarship
The National Centre for Neuroimmunology and Emerging Diseases (NCNED) is a world-class research facility focusing on Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Griffith Health are looking to invest in the future of health research with higher degree by research scholarships.
The scholarship value is $30, 000 per year for a period of 3 years full time study
Scholarship Information
The National Centre for Neuroimmunology and Emerging Diseases (NCNED) is a world-class research facility focusing on Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Our research is world-leading in the area of identification of the pathology, development of a screen/diagnostic test and drug treatments for ME/CFS patients. Our aim is to translate our research to improve ME/CFS patient outcomes in the area of preventative medicine, social and clinical care, and public health.
Griffith Health and NCNED are looking to invest in the future of health research with higher degree by research scholarships.
We are currently looking for a PhD candidate to undertake electrophysiology research. The primary focus of this role is to investigate ion channel function in immune cells for the identification of the pathophysiology in ME/CFS. Success in this role requires collaboration with electrophysiologists and immunologists located both within NCNED and their national and international collaborators.
This scholarship is open to new and current domestic and international applicants who currently reside in Australia.
Applicants must have completed, or expect to complete, a Bachelors degree with honours (Class I) or a Masters degree (AQF Level 9) incorporating a substantial research component of a standard comparable to a Bachelor honours degree (Class I) or be regarded by Griffith University as having an equivalent level of attainment. Applicants who have completed a Bachelors degree with honours (Class IIA) or a Masters degree of a comparable standard together with research experience and/or research outputs (e.g. published research papers or been awarded research funding) will be considered.
- These degrees should incorporate a significant research component in biomedical science research or related degrees
- Essential skills include strong knowledge in electrophysiology, pathology, immunology and knowledge of ME/CFS and relevant computer software packages.
The successful applicant will receive a stipend of $30,000 a year for up to 3 years of full-time study.
A successful International applicant will also be awarded a Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship to cover tuition fees for up to three years. Please see the GUIPRS Conditions of Award for more information.
All expressions of interest must be submitted as set out below:
Interested applicants should submit an expression of interest (EOI) to ncned@griffith.edu.au containing:
- Statement addressing your suitability for the project/scholarship
- Transcript of latest degree completed that included a research component / dissertation.
- A brief CV
The preferred applicant will then be invited to apply on-line.
Closing Date
Closing date: 11.59pm on Friday 3 September 2021.
For project related enquiries please contact:
Professor Sonya Marshall-Gradisnik
Phone: (07) 5678 9283
Email: ncned@griffith.edu.au
For administration enquiries please contact:
Griffith Graduate Research School
Phone: (07) 3735 3817
Email: hdr-scholarship@griffith.edu.au