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Deakin University Australia HDR PhD Scholarship 2025 in Anti-Doping Among Women

Scholarship
Australia
On-site
Published May 27, 2025

Overview

Deakin University Australia HDR PhD Scholarship 2025 in Anti-Doping Among Women is available to undertake PhD level programs at Deakin University.

Description

Deakin University Australia HDR PhD Scholarship 2025 in Anti-Doping Among Women is available to undertake PhD level programs at Deakin University.

Eligibility

To apply, candidates must:

Be a domestic (Australian/New Zealand citizens or PR) or international applicant

Meet Deakin’s PhD entry requirements , including:

A- First-class Honours degree OR
B- Master’s degree with significant research component
Commit to full-time PhD enrollment

Additional Information

Degree Level

Deakin University Australia HDR PhD Scholarship 2025 in Anti-Doping Among Women is available to undertake PhD level programs at Deakin University.

Research Focus

There is growing global concern about the increased use of anabolic-androgenic steroids and other PIEDs among women. Research shows that support personnel—including coaches, trainers, and even partners—play a key role in either encouraging or deterring such use.

This qualitative PhD project, built through co-design with anti-doping and sports organizations, will:

Investigate the role of support personnel in PIED use and prevention
Explore the psycho-socio-cultural dynamics that influence female athletes’ decisions regarding doping
Contribute to policy recommendations for anti-doping organizations worldwide

International Collaboration

This PhD is part of a multi-site project conducted in:

Australia (Deakin University, Griffith University)
Scotland (Heriot-Watt University)
Sweden (Linnaeus University)

The research team includes renowned scholars:

A/Prof Matthew Dunn (Deakin)
A/Prof Severine Lamon (Deakin)
Dr Jonathan Robertson (Deakin)
Dr Timothy Piatkowski (Griffith)
Dr April Henning (Heriot-Watt)
Prof Jesper Andreasson (Linnaeus)

Benefits

Stipend: $35,550 per annum (tax-free, 2025 rate) for 3 years
Relocation allowance: $500–$1500 (for interstate applicants)
Tuition fee offset (4 years) for international students
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international candidates

Eligible Nationalities

Open to applicants of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, candidates must:

Be a domestic (Australian/New Zealand citizens or PR) or international applicant

Meet Deakin’s PhD entry requirements , including:

A- First-class Honours degree OR
B- Master’s degree with significant research component
Commit to full-time PhD enrollment

Application Procedure

To begin your application:

Email your CV and cover letter to A/Prof Matthew Dunn
CV should highlight academic qualifications, research experience, publications, and relevant skills
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to submit a formal application through Deakin University

Final Thoughts

This is a rare and high-impact PhD opportunity for students passionate about sports science, gender studies, health sociology, and public policy. If you’re ready to explore the ethical, cultural, and psychological dimensions of doping among women in sports—apply now and contribute to global change in the fight against performance-enhancing drug use.

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Funding

Fully Funded

Organization

Deakin University

Degree

PhD

Subjects

Anti-Doping Among Women

Nationality

International Students, Domestic Students

Country

Australia

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