PhD Scholarship in Computing for Wellbeing

PhD Scholarship in Computing for Wellbeing

This PhD project explores the intersection of technology and human experience, focusing on innovative approaches to designing digital technologies that promote psychological, social, and physical wellness across different life stages and contexts.

The project will involve critical analysis of existing academic literature, participatory and co-design with users, development of novel technology prototypes, and evaluation using qualitative and quantitative methods. Expected outcomes include new knowledge on designing for technology-supported wellbeing, particularly when using human-centred AI.

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$35,886

Applications are now open.

28/03/2027

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Applicant must meet scholarship entry requirements, unless supervisor provides a case for equivalence. Information regarding the requirements can be found under the "Check your Eligibility" section of the How to apply page.

Discuss application with A/Prof Ryan Kelly. When submitting the EOI to RMIT, candidate should provide evidence of written support that Ryan is putting the candidate forward for a School-funded scholarship.

Expertise in Human-Computer Interaction and Human-Centred Computing. Interest in Human-Centred AI and Social Computing. Aspiration to publish in leading venues for HCI research, including ACM CHI and CSCW.

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