IIT Hyderabad, Deakin University Offers Joint Doctoral Programme, Know Eligibility, Stipend And More

The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) and Deakin University are offering a Joint doctoral program.

IIT Hyderabad, Deakin University Offers Joint Doctoral Programme. ( Image Source :Deakin University and IIT Hyderabad )

The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) and Deakin University have joined hands to provide a Joint doctoral program for ambitious students who want to work in the fields of science and technology. The selected candidates will participate in the 4-year program and may spend up to 12 months at Deakin University, depending on their research needs. Students who are interested in the program can apply through the official website, iitkac.in, before 5:00 PM on April 17, 2023.

The candidates admitted to this program with MTech/ME will get their PhD degree from both Deakin University and IITH. The candidates who join with BTech/BE will get dual degree (MTech from IITH and PhD from both Deakin and IITH). Candidate(s) chosen for this JDP will spend up to 12 months at Deakin depending upon the research requirements.

The JDP seeks to recruit research scholars under the following thematic areas:

• Critical Technology (Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cyber Security & Data Science).
• Future Sustainable Infrastructure (Energy, Smart Mobility, Transportation, Waste Management, Sustainability & Climate Change).
• Healthcare technologies (Sensors and Devices, Robotics & Nanotechnology).
• Materials & Smart Manufacturing (Additive Manufacturing).
• Bio-Inspired Processes and Systems (Biotechnology).

Eligibility:

BE/B.Tech in the relevant branches of science/engineering with a CGPA of 8.5 (in 10-point scale) or equivalent for the general category (relaxation will be given for other categories as per the GoI norms). The applicants should have a valid GATE score. The GATE score may be waived for students from IITs and NITs. M Des/MSc/M Tech in the relevant branch of design/science/engineering with a CGPA of 8.5 (in 10-point scale) or equivalent for the general category (relaxation will be given for other categories as per the GoI norms).

Financial Assistance:

IITH will provide the regular PhD fellowship to the students during their stay at IITH and when the students travel to Deakin, students will receive a stipend at the rate of $A30,000 per annum for the duration of their stay. In addition to the above, Deakin will provide a full tuition fee waiver for up to 4 years and a top-up stipend of $A150 per month for 3 years while they are at IITH.

How To Apply?

• Download the application form from ircell.iith.ac.in.
• Complete the application form in all respects.
• Forward the completed form along with all documents and testimonials to:
  jdp.admission@iith.ac.in with the subject line “IITH-Deakin JDP Application Form - 2023” on or before April 17, 2023 by 5 PM.