Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Internet Commerce Security Postgraduate Research Scholarship

Internet Commerce Security
PhD Studies
$120k - Research Opportunity

The University of Ballarat is offering a unique opportunity for students
undertaking PhD studies in the area of Internet Commerce Security to receive
$120k over three years. You will work on real problems and data related to
current fraud activity faced by many financial organisations in the world of
eFinance and eSecurity.

The University of Ballarat, Westpac Banking Corporation and IBM have jointly
established the Internet Commerce Security Laboratory (ICSL) to carry out
research into Internet Commerce Security. It will focus on addressing some of
the most critical issues in the Internet Commerce Sector in the management of
identity, internet fraud, trust and the use of the internet. Research projects
will be in areas related to information security and data mining.

To be successful in your application you must have:
. A first class honours degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information
Technology or Mathematics
. Excellent communication skills
. Ability and aptitude for both a research and commercial environment

You must be willing to:
. Successfully complete a PhD in this research area
. Be part of a motivated, dynamic and creative environment
. Apply your knowledge to critical real world problems
. Be ready for employment opportunities that will exist in this field

Scholarship: $26,000 pa (tax free).
The Scholarship term is 3 years. Candidates for the scholarships must be
Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia.

Laboratory: Applicants are also able to apply for additional optional funding
of $14,000 pa (taxable) for Laboratory engagement.

Potential applicants should contact
Assoc Professor Paul Watters,
Director, Internet Commerce Security Laboratory
p.watters@ballarat.edu.au

http://www.eii.edu.au/schol/ics

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