The CSIRO Industry PhD (iPhD) Program offers a unique opportunity for doctoral students to work at the intersection of academia, industry, and national research. Designed to translate university research into real-world commercial and societal impact, the program prepares PhD candidates to solve pressing industry challenges while developing advanced research expertise. As Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO delivers science that supports a productive, sustainable, healthy, and secure nation. The Industry PhD Program reflects this mission by embedding students in collaborative, impact-driven research projects. What Is the CSIRO Industry PhD (iPhD) Program? The iPhD program is a four-year doctoral pathway that brings together three key partners: An industry organisation An Australian university CSIRO researchers Together, they co-develop an industry-focused PhD project designed to address real-world business challenges. The program forms part of an Australian Government initiative aimed at improving research translation and commercialisation outcomes. Rather than conducting purely theoretical research, students work on projects with direct industry relevance and measurable impact. What Students Gain PhD candidates enrolled in the iPhD program benefit from: 1. Generous Scholarship Support Students receive competitive financial support throughout the four-year program. 2. Real-World Industry Experience Unlike traditional PhDs, the iPhD places students at the heart of industry collaboration, allowing them to develop solutions to tangible business and technology challenges. 3. Cross-Sector Supervision Students are guided by supervisors from: A partner university CSIRO An industry organisation This structure ensures both academic rigour and practical application. 4. Impact-Driven Research Skills Participants gain expertise in research commercialisation, stakeholder engagement, and translating innovation into market-ready solutions. Who Should Apply? The program is ideal for domestic students in Australia who: Want to undertake a PhD with strong industry engagement Are motivated by solving real-world challenges Seek both academic excellence and practical impact Want to work alongside Australia’s leading scientists and industry experts Prospective domestic students can explore current scholarship opportunities through the program’s listings. Opportunities for Industry and Universities The iPhD program is not just for students — it is also a strategic platform for organisations and universities. For Industry Partners Industry organisations can: Address specific business or technological challenges Access top-tier research expertise Collaborate directly with CSIRO scientists Contribute to developing the next generation of industry-ready researchers By partnering in an iPhD project, companies strengthen their innovation capacity while reducing research and development risks. For Universities Universities benefit by: Advancing research translation and commercialisation Strengthening partnerships with industry Providing PhD candidates with applied research experience Enhancing graduate employability outcomes This model supports universities in aligning academic research with industry needs and national priorities. For CSIRO Researchers CSIRO researchers collaborate with industry and universities to solve complex national and global challenges. The iPhD program enables cross-sector innovation and strengthens research impact across Australia. Expression of Interest (EOI) for New Projects Industry, university, or CSIRO supervisors who wish to initiate a new project must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the program’s online portal. The submission process includes: Reviewing the official Program Rules Developing a clearly defined, industry-relevant research proposal Aligning project objectives with commercial and scientific outcomes EOI intake announcements and updates are shared regularly through program communications. News, Case Studies & Updates The Industry PhD Program regularly publishes: News updates and announcements Case studies highlighting student achievements Information about upcoming application rounds These stories showcase how iPhD students are contributing to solving real-world problems across sectors such as energy, health, sustainability, advanced manufacturing, and digital innovation. Why Choose the CSIRO Industry PhD Program? The iPhD program offers a distinctive doctoral pathway that combines: Academic excellence Industry collaboration National research leadership Real-world impact Students graduate not only with a PhD but with industry-ready experience, cross-sector networks, and practical innovation skills that position them strongly for careers in research, industry, or entrepreneurship. For those seeking to conduct meaningful, impact-focused doctoral research in Australia, the CSIRO Industry PhD Program provides a powerful platform to bridge science and industry for long-term national and global benefit. For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram , WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and Telegram Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization that is offering this scholarship . For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. 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