Scholarship Description

The Rio Tinto Aboriginal Postgraduate Research Scholarship is for a study of Dental Public Health. The specific topic will depend on the interests of the successful applicant, but should be in the area of: Rural, Remote & Indigenous Oral Health. This study will be undertaken with period or periods studying away from the University may be required for the purpose of conducting fieldwork and data gathering in rural and remote areas in Australia. This scholarship is under the supervision of Professor Ratilal Lalloo (School of Dentistry). Candidates should have a background in public health and dental epidemiology. The PhD stipend is $30,000 pa for 2 years. The project also has operating funds.

Reference Number: 4387
Study Subject: Dental Public Health
Provided By: Griffith University
To be undertaken at: Griffith University.
Level: Post Graduate

Availability

This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications until September 30, 2009.

Payment Information

The value of this scholarship is AUD30000 (maximum per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 2 years.

Research Information

This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: Dentistry or Public health and health services.

Eligibility

This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 1 or equivalent, or Honours 2a or equivalent.

Application Details

To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the university. You can download the application form here and more information about the scholarship here. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.

Main Contact
Prof Rati Lalloo (School of Dentistry)
Griffith University
Phone: 0756780746
Email: r.lalloo@griffith.edu.au

Application forms
RHD Scholarships (Postgraduate Scholarships Office)
Griffith University
Phone: (07) 3735 6596
Fax: (07) 3735 3885
Email: rhd-scholarship@griffith.edu.au
Web Site: http://www.griffith.edu.au/rhd/scholarships
Address:
Nathan Campus
GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY
QLD, Australia
4111