OpenFieldECU PhD in Exercise Medicine & Oncology (Exercise Medicine Research Institute)
World-leading doctoral training at the Exercise Medicine Research Institute (EMRI), investigating exercise as medicine to suppress cancer tumor growth, alleviate chemotherapy toxicity, and enhance patient survivorship.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- First Class Honours or Master's degree in Exercise Science, Clinical Physiology, Physiotherapy, or Oncology.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.0 (minimum 6.5 in all bands).
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Clinical research experience in exercise prescription, clinical trials, or cancer survivorship.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee reports from previous thesis advisors.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- EMRI doctoral fellowship: AUD $33,500/year stipend plus clinical gymnasium and DEXA body composition scanner access
- Application fee
- AUD $0 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full tuition covered under university research sponsorship.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027 (Mid-year intake scholarship review)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Edith Cowan University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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