Postgraduate Research
Located right in the heart of Ã×À¼µç×Ó's CBD, the University of Ã×À¼µç×Ó is a great place to learn.
We are close to transport, cafes, shopping, arts, sports venues and accommodation. IPAS is headquartered in The Braggs, a state-of-the-art $100m purpose built facility containing a unique suite ofÌýresearch laboratories.

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Postgraduate positions available
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Scholarships
- Information on Australian Postgraduate Awards (APA) and other scholarships for domestic studentsÌý- Major Application Round: 1 September – 31ÌýOctober
- Information on Scholarships for International studentsÌý-Ìý3 application rounds
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16 scholarshipsÌýincludingÌýindustry placements offer a unique opportunity to work on industry-linked interdisciplinary projects with leading researchers and mining industry partners atÌýthe ARC Training Centre for Integrated Operations for Complex Resources.Ìý
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Why study at IPAS
IPAS is one of five world-leading institutes at Ã×À¼µç×Ó. The institutes are central to the University's strategy of supporting its recognised areas of research excellence and growing capacity within these fields.ÌýÃ×À¼µç×Ó is one of the top universities in South Australia and a member of the Group of Eight - Australia's best universities.ÌýWe offer:dly, the air is clean and the public transport system can take you to the city’s white, sandy beaches, or the wine region in the Ã×À¼µç×Ó Hills within half an hour.
- Brand new dedicated facilities
- Opportunity for travel to international conferences
- Regular international speakers
- Exciting personal research projects
- Extensive industry links
- Excellent employment prospects
- Excellent networking opportunities and events
We work in partnership with government and industry on projects aimed at delivering real-world outcomes. Research is constantly monitored and is delivered by world class academics and industry experts.
Our PhD, Honours and Masters opportunities are state-of-the-art and guided by dedicated research scientists that are world leaders in their field. IPAS Director Prof Andre Luiten is a globally recognised award-winning scientist who mentors a number of students. IPAS has a great track record of starting scientists off in their careers.
Many of our graduates go on to postdoctoral roles at Ã×À¼µç×Ó after graduation, while others secure employment with industry partners, other research organisations, defence, or pursue careers in banking, patenting or management consultancy.
Please have a look at our currently availableÌýPhD andÌýUndergraduate opportunities.
The City of Ã×À¼µç×Ó
is a sophisticated, modern and affordable place to live, work and study. The capital city of Ã×À¼µç×Ó has all the hallmarks of a major urban centre with modern and classical architecture, a bustling retail hub and a multi-cultural population.
Ã×À¼µç×Ó is 25% cheaper to live in compared to Melbourne and 24% more affordable than Sydney. Ã×À¼µç×Ó is 11% cheaper to live in compared to Perth and 10% more affordable than Brisbane. Accommodation (shared or single) is between $115-$250/wk. If you haven't visited Ã×À¼µç×Ó before, then pay us a visit to see for yourself what a great place it is to live and work.Ìý
The city has wide streets and central squares ringed by 900 hectares of lush parklands.Ìý
In every sense this layout sets the scene for modern-day life in Ã×À¼µç×Ó. Traffic is rarely congested, people are relaxed and friendly, the air is clean and the public transport system can take you to the city’s white, sandy beaches, or the wine region in the Ã×À¼µç×Ó Hills within half an hour.