Development of methodology to quantify intensive preconditioning in block and panel caving operations
- Enrolment status
- Future UQ student
- Student type
- Domestic, International
- Study level
- Postgraduate research (HDR)
- Study area
- Engineering
- Scholarship focus
- Academic excellence
- Funding type
- Living stipend
- Scholarship value
- $33,641 per annum (2024 rate), indexed annually
- Scholarship duration
- 3.5 years with the possibility of 1 extension in line with UQ and RTP Scholarship Policy
- Number awarded
- May vary
- Applications open
- 24 July 2024
- Applications close
- 31 August 2024
About this scholarship
Supervisor: Associate Professor Italo Onederra
Research environment
The Centre for Future Autonomous Systems and Technologies (FAST) is one of four, and the newest research centre established within the School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering at the University of Queensland (UQ).
FAST was established with a vision to be an internationally renowned research centre:
Leading the development of new technologies that enable engineering systems to deliver assured levels of performance, precision, reliability and resilience; and
Supporting major industries in transitioning to a digitally-disrupted world by creating new knowledge, providing practical advice and inspiring a generation of graduates ready to succeed in tomorrow’s workplace.
Its current research portfolio consists of government and industry led partnerships that also includes links to other schools within UQ as well as external institutions.
Eligibility
You're eligible if you meet the entry requirements for a higher degree by research.
How to apply
Before submitting an application you should:
- check your eligibility for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- prepare your documentation
- contact Associate Professor, Italo Onederra (i.onederra@uq.edu.au) to discuss your suitability for this scholarship
You apply for this scholarship when you submit an application for a Master of Philosophy (MPhil). You don't need to submit a separate scholarship application.
When you apply, please ensure that under the scholarships and collaborative study section you:
- Select ‘My higher degree is not collaborative’
- Select 'I am applying for, or have been awarded a scholarship or sponsorship'.
- Select ‘Other’, then ‘Research Project Scholarship’ and type in ‘PANELCAVING-ONEDERRA’ in the 'Name of scholarship' field.
Selection criteria
Your application will be assessed on a competitive basis.
We take into account your:
- previous academic record
- publication record
- honours and awards
- employment history
A working knowledge of mining, civil or geotechnical, or petroleum engineering, would be of benefit to someone working on this project.
You’ll demonstrate academic achievement in the field/s of mineral, resources, geotechnical and civil engineering and the potential for scholastic success.
A background or knowledge in advanced computational modelling in rock mechanics is highly desirable