The Australian National University’s Centre for European Studies invites applications for a PhD Scholarship for 2015 commencement.

The Australian National University has a distinct national mission that differentiates it from other higher education institutions in the country. It also has unique concentrations of research excellence, which have given it a reputation as the leading university in Australia. Located in Australia’s capital city, Canberra, a central role of the ANU is engagement with government and building a critical mass of research and education excellence in public policy that will act as a resource for the nation and the Asia-Pacific region.

Europe occupies an important place in research and teaching at the ANU. The ANU Centre for European Studies (ANUCES) was established to underscore the University-wide commitment to European studies. The Centre operates as the interface between the European Union, the Australian government and academia. Located at the heart of diplomatic and political life in Canberra, ANUCES is an initiative involving five of the University’s seven Colleges: College of Arts and Social Sciences, College of Law, College of Business and Economics, College of Asia and the Pacific and College of Medicine, Biology and Environment. ANUCES aims to promote interdisciplinary dialogue, generate collaborative research projects at home and abroad, and contribute to the development of public sector policy and debate. Jointly funded by the ANU and the European Commission, the Centre has an established record of leadership in EU studies within the context of the wider Asia- Pacific.

Potential research areas for the PhD scholarship include but are not limited to:

• European Integration and Comparative Regionalism

• History, Culture and Society

• Climate Change and Energy

• Defence, Diplomacy and Security

• Migration and Multiculturalism

• Institutions, Governance and Citizenship

Eligibility Criteria

Australian Bachelor degree with first-class honours, or equivalent (such as a Masters degree with a research component).

Scholarship and Benefits

A$25,392 (2014 rate) per annum, tax free paid in fortnightly installments; a funded place in the doctoral degree for domestic (Australian and New Zealand) candidates; travel to Canberra from within Australia; reimbursement of some removal expenses; fieldwork funding; thesis reimbursement allowance. International students will be liable for course fees.

Duration

Three years full-time. The award is not available for part-time study.

How to apply?

Submit an application form, research proposal, and CV electronically by the closing date to europe@anu.edu.au.  The application form can be downloadedhere.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 17 OCTOBER 2014

Further Information

Contact Dr Annmarie Elijah, Deputy Director, ANUCES atannmarie.elijah@anu.edu.au
Website:  http://ces.anu.edu.au/scholarships