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Introduction to the Industry Doctorate Program

The Industry Doctorate Program (IDP) is a targeted PhD program that matches industry organisations with world-class research expertise. The program embeds a UTS PhD candidate directly into the organisation for 3-4 years to work on a project specifically designed to solve an issue the organisation faces.

How the Program Works

The organisation brings its research problem to UTS, and UTS helps transform it into a structured PhD program. The organisation is either paired with a dedicated UTS PhD student or has the option to nominate one of its existing employees to take on the challenge.

Contributions and Responsibilities

• The organisation provides an annual research support fee to UTS and a tax-free stipend to the PhD candidate. If the candidate is already an employee, the organisation continues to pay their salary.
• The organisation also provides any relevant training and development to help the student excel professionally within the organisation.
• UTS contributes through its specialised Industry Researcher Development Program (IRDP), which runs concurrently with the IDP to support the candidate. The IRDP provides the skills needed for the candidate to transform from a PhD student to an industry professional by the time they complete their project.
• Funding is available for eligible candidates to present their research project at internationally recognised conferences, if appropriate.

Benefits for the Organisation

By participating in the IDP, the organisation can:

• Increase its innovation capacity and culture in a cost-effective way
• Develop and upskill its most promising employees
• Gain direct access to UTS, its facilities, and its global network of researchers and experts
• Connect with UTS's best and brightest PhD candidates for future hiring potential

Program Details

Eligibility and Admission

No specific eligibility criteria or admission requirements are detailed in the provided context, other than the organisation's need for a research solution and the pairing with a UTS PhD candidate.

Research Areas

The IDP can cover a wide range of research areas relevant to the organisation's needs, including but not limited to:

• Agriculture and food
• Climate and sustainability
• Defence and space
• Energy and transport
• Government and policy
• Health and medical
• Manufacturing and construction
• SME (small medium enterprise) development

Duration and Structure

The program duration is 3-4 years, during which the PhD candidate works on the organisation's specific research project. The candidate is supported by UTS's IRDP, which aims to develop their professional skills alongside their research expertise.

Funding and Support

The organisation provides financial support through an annual research fee and a stipend for the candidate. UTS provides academic and professional development support through the IRDP and access to its research facilities and networks.

Conclusion

The Industry Doctorate Program offers a unique opportunity for organisations to address specific research challenges while developing the next generation of industry professionals. By collaborating with UTS, organisations can enhance their innovation capabilities, develop their employees, and gain access to a global network of research expertise.