La Trobe University is inviting applications for Mathematics and Statistics Doctoral Research Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to outstanding international candidates to undertake research on a project funded by the Australian Research Council.
University periodically offers specialist scholarship opportunities that support key research projects. The PhD student will work in the area of random fields that are described as solutions of stochastic differential equations on a sphere or a ball.
The Project `New Methods in Theory and Cosmic Applications of Spherical Random Fields’ aims to investigate and model spherical random fields which are described as solutions of stochastic differential equations on a sphere or a ball. The project will study properties and develop spectral analysis of these solutions.
If applicants have their TOEFL results sent directly to La Trobe, their TOEFL institutional code is 9785.
Degree Level: Position is available to undertake research programme.
Subjects Offered: Position is available at the department of Mathematics and Statistics.
List of Subjects: New Methods in Theory and Cosmic Applications of Spherical Random Fields
Scholarship Benefits: Benefits of the scholarship include:
-a La Trobe Research Scholarship for three years, with a value of $26,288 per annum, to support living costs
-a fee-relief scholarship (LTUFFRS) for four years to undertake a PhD at La Trobe University (international applicants only)
-opportunities to work with La Trobe’s outstanding researchers, and have access to our suite of professional development programs.
Eligibility Criteria: This scholarship is open to new applicants only. Applicants should have a high level of achievement, including a first class honours degree or equivalent in Probability, Statistics, Applied Mathematics or a related field
Eligible Nationalities: International applicants can apply for this scholarship.
University/ College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirement: Applicants should have a high level of achievement, including a first class honours degree or equivalent in Probability, Statistics, Applied Mathematics or a related field.
English Language Requirement: If applicants have their TOEFL results sent directly to La Trobe, their TOEFL institutional code is 9785.
IELTS Academic: A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no individual band less than 6.0.
TOEFL Computer-based: A minimum score of 213 (minimum score of 5 in essay writing).
TOEFL Paper-based: A minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English.
TOEFL Internet-based: A minimum score of 60 with minimum overall for SLR 18;W 22.
Supporting Material: Please ensure that application includes the following:
-A brief cover letter addressing the requirements
-Up to date CV with the list of publications (if any)
-Scanned copies of original academic transcript(s) (with English translations for international students certified by the Registrar of the issuing institution or by an accredited translator)
-Contact details of two referees
-Evidence or plans for meeting English language requirements
-Please submit all supporting documentation as above in a single pdf file while completing the online application process.
Application Procedure: If applicants wish to apply for the Scholarship, follow these steps:
-review details on how to apply for candidature at: latrobe.edu.au/research/future
-submit an enquiry to Dr Andriy Olenko (a.olenko-at-latrobe.edu.au), indicating that they wish to be considered for the Scholarship.
-when applicants have received in-principle agreement for supervision, complete and submit their application to the Graduate Research School (grs-at-latrobe.edu.au) by 30 March 2016 for admission into La Trobe’s PhD program, indicating they wish to be considered for the Scholarship.
Deadline: 30th March, 2016.