Portland House Foundation - Postgraduate Scholarship in Econophysics

Scholarship Description

A special PhD scholarship will be offered in the general area of Econophysics, with an annual stipend of $25,000, and $5,000 research funds pa. Econophysics is the study and modelling of complex systems in economics and financial markets, employing the tools and methodologies developed in statistical mechanics and theoretical physics. For further information, contact the Head, School of Physics. Applicants, Please submit full CV, academic transcript and covering letter to: Ms Helen Conley, Executive Manager, School of Physics, University of Melbourne VIC 3010. Open for Applications during 2008.

Reference Number:	3585
Study Subject:	Econophysics
Provided By:	Portland House Foundation, The University of Melbourne
To be undertaken at:	The University of Melbourne.
Level:	Post Graduate (Research)

Availability

This scholarship is offered annually to one person. Dates when to submit scholarship application are not specified.

Payment Information

The value of this scholarship is AUD30000 (maximum per annum). This award is to be used for research and living expenses. This scholarship is paid for the period of 3 years.

Research Information

This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: Banking, finance and investment or ECONOMICS.

Eligibility

This scholarship is for study in Australia.

Application Details

To apply for this scholarship you must refer to scholarship description. You can download the application form here. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.

Submission contact Head, School of Physics The University of Melbourne Email: head@physics.unimelb.edu.au

Submission contact Helen Conley (Execitive Manager) School of Physics, University of Melbourne Phone: +61 3 8344 5459 Fax: +61 3 9347 4783 Email: hconley@unimelb.edu.au