Sustainability and Effective Public Transport – Graduate Research Interdisciplinary Program

 Expressions of Interest close Monday, 25 April 2016

Expression of Interest are sought for one remaining competitive scholarship to undertake a full time PhD research at Monash University as part of Graduate Research Interdisciplinary Program (GRIP) commencing on 18 May 2016 (or earlier).

PhD Research Topic

The project investigates Personal Security on Public Transport.  Customer research regularly suggests that the sense of personal security is important in making travel choices. But public transport is just part of a wider experience of public spaces.

· What shapes the perceptions of personal security when travelling on public transport?

· Do perceptions differ between users and non-users?

· How are those perceptions affected by the media?

· What would be the most cost effective ways to lift perceptions?

Supervised by Dr Alexa Delbosc (alexa.delbosc@monash.edu), Institute of Transport Studies, Department of Civil Engineering Monash University

Specific Eligibility Requirements

·         Meet Monash University’s minimum English language proficiency requirements for entry into a higher degree by research program

·         An H1 (first class) or H1 equivalent honours degree and/or a Masters Degree in a relevant field

·         Research and/or practical experience relevant to the stated topic is preferred

·         Applicants should have strong communication (both oral and written) skills

Expression of interest are sought from outstanding candidates for PhD study.

• Scholarship: $26,288 p.a. (tax free, indexed annually) over 3 three years (plus 6 month extension option)
• Further details is available at https://www.monash.edu/graduate-research/partnerships/grips/sept
• Deadline for expressions of interest: Monday 25 April 2016
• To apply: Complete the online Expression of Interest Form
• Enquiries: SEPT-GRIP@monash.edu