Are you passionate about environmental science, remote sensing, and hydrology? Here’s your chance to join a prestigious, fully funded international PhD program through the QUEX PhD Studentship 2026, a collaborative initiative between the University of Queensland (Australia) and the University of Exeter (UK).
🎓 Program Overview: Dual PhD in Environmental Remote Sensing
This PhD opportunity offers a dual-award degree, allowing students to conduct advanced research in both countries while gaining international experience and exposure to global research networks.
📘 PhD Research Project Title:
Harnessing Remote Sensing for Automatic Monitoring of Pit Lakes
The project focuses on using advanced remote sensing technologies to monitor pit lakes, which are important for understanding complex hydrological and chemical dynamics in post-mining environments.
✅ Eligibility & Required Skills:
We’re looking for highly motivated applicants with:
- A strong academic background in remote sensing and hydrology
- Experience with Python, R, or Matlab for environmental data analysis
- Proficiency in managing and interpreting large-scale environmental datasets
This is an ideal opportunity for students aiming to make a real impact in the field of environmental monitoring and climate science.
📅 Important Dates:
- Application Deadline: 15th May 2025
- PhD Start Date: 5th January 2026
🎓 Scholarship Benefits:
- Full tuition coverage
- Stipend for living expenses
- Research support and travel allowances
- Dual supervision and access to resources from both UQ and Exeter
🔗 How to Apply:
For full scholarship details and application instructions, visit the official University of Queensland page:
👉 QUEX PhD Scholarship – University of Queensland