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Applications for the Academy joint PhD program open annually for a July intake. All applicants must complete an online Expression of Interest (EOI) by the due date.
Expressions of Interest for July 2026 intake are now closed.
Application guide
Before applying, download and read our student guide to find out about our:
- Program structure
- Eligibility criteria
- Application process and timelines
- Scholarship information
Application timeline for 2026
| Application Phase | Application Round 2026 (July 2026 intake) |
| Expressions of Interest open | 30 October 2025 |
| Expressions of Interest close | 7 January 2026 |
| Advisor shortlisting | 21 January- 4 March 2026 |
| Shortlisted applicants invited to interview | from 30 March 2026 |
| Interviews | 7-16 April 2026 |
| Offers sent | from 18 May 2026 |
| Deadline to accept offers | 29 May 2026 |
| Cohort commences at IITD | July 2026 |
| Cohort commences at UQ | July (RQ3, 2026) |
N.B. Dates are subject to change.