2026 MRIWA Postgraduate Scholarships at Murdoch University in Australia – Government of Western Australia

Location: Australia

Program: Postgraduate (PhD Research)

Eligibility: Domestic and International Students

Duration: 3 years

Deadline: October 31, 2025

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The MRIWA PhD Scholarships, offered by the Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia (MRIWA) in partnership with Murdoch University, represent a prestigious opportunity for exceptional researchers to contribute to the advancement of Western Australia’s minerals industry. MRIWA is a state government agency dedicated to funding minerals research that delivers tangible value to Western Australia. These competitive scholarships support postgraduate research candidates pursuing innovative projects across diverse disciplines relevant to the minerals sector – from investigating psychosocial capital in the mining workforce to exploring decarbonisation in steelmaking. The scholarships provide crucial financial support for talented researchers to undertake cutting-edge PhD research that addresses real-world challenges and opportunities in the minerals industry, fostering the next generation of research leaders who will drive innovation and sustainable practices in this vital sector.

Benefits of the Scholarship

This scholarship provides exceptional benefits including:

A scholarship stipend of up to $41,000
An additional payment for research and travel allowance of up to $5,900
Access to events and networking opportunities
Training and ongoing support throughout the scholars’ studies
Access to world-class research facilities and resources at Murdoch University
Industry connections through MRIWA’s extensive network in the minerals sector

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for these scholarships, applicants must:

Complete all fields within the specified word limit
Submit before the deadline (no late applications will be accepted)
Sign and date the signature page of the application
Provide responses in English.
Have evidence of application, enrolment, or admission to the host university

Note: Kindly check the official website for full and detailed requirements.

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Selection Criteria

The MRIWA Education and Workforce Program team, in partnership with university staff, evaluates applications based on a combination of academic merit and research relevance. A strong emphasis is placed on academic excellence, demonstrated research potential, and the applicant’s ability to contribute meaningfully to Western Australia’s minerals industry through their proposed project.

In addition to research quality, the selection process considers the strength of supervisor endorsements, the overall competitiveness of the application, and how well it aligns with the specific criteria for each scholarship category. Together, these factors ensure that recipients are not only academically outstanding but also capable of producing impactful research that supports the growth and innovation of the state’s mining and resources sector.