Program Overview

PhD Scholarship in AI-Enhanced Cybersecurity Education

The PhD project focuses on cybersecurity education using AI-driven, gamified platforms to enhance engagement, retention, and skill development.

Value and Duration

The scholarship is valued at $35,886.

Opening and Closing Dates

The scholarship is open now, with a closing date of 15/12/2028.

Number of Scholarships

One scholarship is available.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the scholarship entry requirements for the PhD in Computer Science (DR221) at RMIT University, Australia. Entry requirements can be found on the RMIT University website.

How to Apply

Applications can be made through the RMIT University website for the PhD in Computer Science (DR221).

Further Information

The ideal candidate will have expertise in Cyber Security, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Software Engineering, and Social-AI (human-centered AI design), with a focus on Usable Security. Interests include Cyber Security and Human-Centered AI, with aspirations to publish in top venues such as USENIX Security, ACM CCS, IEEE S&P, NDSS, ACM TOPS, CHI, CSCW, and SOUPS.

Research Areas

• Cyber Security
• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Software Engineering
• Social-AI (human-centered AI design)
• Usable Security

Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.