OpenFieldRMIT PhD in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering
Three to four-year research doctorate exploring autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), composite aerostructures, computational fluid dynamics, and space systems.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree with First Class Honours or Master's by Research in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in all bands) or TOEFL iBT 79.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated research or industry experience in aerodynamics, composite materials, or UAV avionics.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee reports.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- RTP-equivalent doctoral scholarship: AUD $34,841/year tax-free for 3.5 years plus full tuition sponsorship
- Application fee
- AUD $100 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Fully sponsored through RTP international fee offsetting.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 31, 2027 (Round 1 international research intake)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official RMIT University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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