Establishing and Sustaining a Schoolwide Multi-Tiered System of Support Framework for Inclusive Education
Overview
Title
Establishing and Sustaining a Schoolwide Multi-Tiered System of Support Framework for Inclusive Education
College
Opening date
26-09-2022
Closing date
30-11-2022
Scholarship value
$28,854.00 per annum tax free
Scholarship duration
Payment term
Level of Study
Higher Degrees Research
Selection basis
Academic merit
Description
PhD scholarship for an industry funded research project focused on inclusive education: Establishing and Sustaining a Schoolwide Multi-Tiered System of Support Framework for Inclusive Education. The project is a long-term, five-year partnership between the Flinders University Research in Inclusive & Specialised Education (RISE) team within the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work, and Riverbanks College, to support the establishment of Schoolwide Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for inclusive education. It is based on an iterative co-design approach, such that specific components and strategies to address the College’s broad aims will develop over time and in collaboration, as Riverbanks College and its priorities related to inclusive education develop. Within this project, the PhD candidate will have scope to research an area of interest that addresses tiered academic, social, emotional and/or behavioural MTSS (e.g., Schoolwide Positive Behaviour Support). This scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for a suitable candidate to develop academic and applied research skills while working with a team of experienced researchers and educators in an area of national significance.
Benefits
The scholarship includes:
- a stipend valued at $28 854* per annum (2022 rate) tax free
- a Research Training Program Fee Offset Scholarship to cover tuition fees for Australian Citizens, NZ Citizens and Permanent Residents.
The scholarship is awarded for three years; PhD completion may be extended to four years.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the award of this scholarship a student must:
- be an Australian citizen; or New Zealand citizen; or have been granted permanent resident status; and
- meet PhD admission requirements including: an Australian Honours degree Class 1 or 2A or equivalent qualification (at least AQF Level 8), including a research component of at least 6 months (e.g., Master’s dissertation) achieving Distinction (75%) OR including evidence of equivalent research experience, such as a substantial first-author refereed publication or track record as an investigator on a competitive grant; and
- be available to commence as a full-time PhD student at Flinders University during semester 1 (admitted by March 31, 2022) or no later than May 2, 2022.
Application Information
Prior to submitting applications, prospective applicants are advised to contact the Project Lead, Dr Julie McMillan via email to discuss their interest in and eligibility for the opportunity. The Project Lead may invite you to apply and request a copy of your CV together with a covering letter outlining your relevant qualifications, experience, research experience and reasons for applying for the scholarship.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email by December 9th and may be requested to attend an online or in-person interview.
The successful candidate will ideally begin by 20th of February 2022, subject to negotiation.
Those who apply for the scholarship opportunity that have not already applied for admission to a relevant HDR must also apply.
Instructions on how to apply for admission can be found here: https://www.flinders.edu.au/study/apply/apply-research-degree/how-to-apply
By lodging this separate application, applicants acknowledge:
- The ‘Supervisor confirmation’ must refer to the application for this scholarship
- The application for PhD admission will only be assessed where:
- The applicant is successful in being awarded the scholarship
- All other applications for PhD admission lodged in line with this scholarship opportunity will be not be assessed and will be withdrawn
