Funding
Supporting Research & Innovation
Funding Opportunities
Schemes through which the Centre supports students, researchers and industry partners.
PhD studentsJoint PhD program
- 5 students
- 3 years TIET + 1 year UQ
- Joint supervision
Thapar Institute and University of Queensland’s joint PhD program begins in 2025, supporting 5 computer science students. Students spend 3 years at Thapar, 1 year at Queensland, with joint supervision and plans to expand to other disciplines.
ResearchersSeed funding for Research Projects
- Up to 3 years
- Five focus areas
- TIET-UQ collaboration
In February 2025, the Centre will call for seed funding proposals in five focus areas, supporting up to 3 years of research with TIET-UQ collaboration, funding staff, equipment, travel, data, and software. Projects will be selected by a Selection Board.
PhD studentsCentre PhD Travel scholarships
- 5 per year
- Any branch
- Travel & living costs
In February 2025, the centre will offer 5 annual PhD travel scholarships for students from any branch, funding travel between Thapar and Queensland, living costs, and joint supervision. PhDs will be awarded by Thapar Institute, starting in 2025.
Industry & researchersIndustry collaborative research projects
- TIET, UQ & industry
- Matched funding or in-kind support
In February 2025, the Centre will invite proposals to solve applied problems with industry partners, involving TIET, UQ, and industry. Funding supports staff, travel, equipment, data, and software. Industry partners must provide matched funding or in-kind support.
Questions About Funding?
Get in touch with the Centre to find out more about these schemes, or explore current openings for students and researchers.