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Application Process

Curtin University Dubai is currently inviting applications for its full-time PhD program from qualified and motivated candidates committed to impactful research.

The program offers a fully funded opportunity to eligible candidates through the Curtin University Dubai PhD Studentship, which is designed to:

  • enable outstanding candidates to undertake full-time doctoral study at Curtin University Dubai;
  • build long-term research capacity across Curtin’s global campuses through cross-campus supervision and collaboration;
  • advance research that is relevant to the UAE and the broader region, particularly in Renewable Energy & Net Zero, Psychology and AI, and the Future of Work.
  • Click here to view the eligibility criteria, application and selection process, and other key details of the studentship.

Submit your interest

The steps below outline how to submit your interest for the PhD program.

Step 1: Prepare & submit a research proposal

The merit of your postgraduate research will be judged on your proposal.

It should:
• state your research topic
• outline your research plan and objectives
• show you have sufficient experience and knowledge in the area
• demonstrate your research is significant and ethical
• be accompanied by any cited references.

Phd Research Proposal

Please fill in the following sections:

Provide a brief overview of your proposal describing the research topic in general.
Show the theoretical basis of your proposed research, describing what has already been written about this topic, why the topic is important and why it is worth researching.
Describe what you intend to accomplish and which questions your research will address.
Refer to an accepted research method, and explain how you will conduct your research and address your objectives. Include details on how the information will be gathered, analysed and reported, and specify any special equipment, software, data or other resources required.
Indicate a realistic deadline for each phase of your research.
Include any references related to your proposal using a recognised and appropriate international standard of referencing.
Step 2: Find a research supervisor

After submitting the expression of interest form, the Graduate Research School will assess your eligibility to proceed with the next phase of the application process.

Scholarship & supervisor info

Scholarship Details

Eligible candidates will be awarded a full scholarship that includes:

  • 100% tuition fee support (up to 3 years)
  • Monthly living stipend (up to 3 years)
  • Reimbursement of research-related expenses (up to AUD 5,000 per year)
  • Scholarships will be awarded in progressive rounds every six months.
  • Studentships are available. View more details here.

Supervision

All candidates will be assigned a supervisory panel comprising:

  • A primary supervisor based at Curtin University Dubai
  • A co-supervisor from Curtin University, Australia, aligned with the candidate’s chosen research area

This collaborative supervision model ensures academic rigour, international research engagement, and alignment with Curtin’s global standards.