PhD Scholarship PRJ00000874 Pyrolysed tyre waste (EOLT) char as an additive in polymer composites

PhD project on developing polymer composites using char produced from tyre pyrolysis. This industry-university collaborative project will require the student to interact with industrial scientists with the opportunity for interstate and international travel. (Lead partner BIOPLANT LIMITED)

The scholarship will be suited to a materials/polymer scientist and/or chemical engineering student willing to develop skills in polymer chemistry and materials upcycling.

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A stipend of $33,826 per annum pro rata (full-time study) for three years with the possibility of a 3-month extension based on performance.

Applications are now open.

31/12/2026

One (1) scholarship available

A local or international student that meets RMIT’s entry requirements and receives an offer letter from RMIT University.

Through the University's application process.

Visit the How to apply web page.

Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.

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PhD Scholarship PRJ00000874 Pyrolysed tyre waste (EOLT) char as an additive in polymer composites