Sydney maternal alcohol use and mental ill health PhD research stipend
The University of Sydney
The University of Sydney offers a research stipend of AUD 43,840 per year for up to 3.5 years for a domestic PhD student researching maternal alcohol use and mental ill health at the Matilda Centre. Applications opened 20 October and close 10 November 2026. The official terms specify a stipend only; tuition coverage is not stated.
This postgraduate research scholarship supports a PhD project examining the intersection of maternal alcohol use and mental ill health, especially co-occurring anxiety symptoms and alcohol use among mothers. The student will be based at the Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use in the University of Sydney’s Faculty of Medicine and Health. The award is funded by Australia’s National Health and Medical Research Council.
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Benefits
AUD 43,840 annual living stipend for up to 3.5 years. The official terms state that no other amount is payable and do not state tuition coverage; applicants should arrange or confirm fee support separately.
Eligibility summary
Domestic students only. Applicants must be willing to apply for admission, hold an offer, or already be enrolled full-time in a Faculty of Medicine and Health PhD; the scholarship terms require an unconditional offer or current enrolment for the award. Applicants need a bachelor’s or master’s degree in psychology, behavioural science, public health or a relevant field and must pursue the specified Matilda Centre research topic.
Requirements
Apply for scholarship code SC5999 through the official University of Sydney form by 10 November 2026. The award is subject to admission, funding availability and satisfactory academic performance. Shortlisted applicants may be interviewed; supervisor nomination is required for selection.
Documents required
Cover letter explaining interest and previous research experience, CV and two written academic references, plus any materials requested by the application form.
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How to submit applications
Official University of Sydney page and SC5999 form checked 21 October 2026. Domestic-only; AUD 43,840 stipend; tuition is not listed.
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