This is another episode of Re-search Life interview series, where Ph.D. fellows and students are invited to discuss their experiences and achievements of their PhD journeys. Today we have Dr. Ruchini Jayasinghe and Dr. Kaushalya Weththasinghe with us. These two young doctors started their journey in academia by completing the first degree, B.Sc. (honours) in Quantity Surveying at University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka with a first-class. Both of them worked as temporary lecturers at the Department of Building Economics, University of Moratuwa. In 2016, they were awarded full Ph.D. scholarships by two reputable universities in Australia. Dr. Ruchini Jayasinghe completed her Ph.D. in Construction Management at University of South Australia. She is currently working as a teaching academic at the same university. Dr. Kaushalya Weththasinghe completed her Ph.D. in Architecture, Building and Planning at University of Melbourne. She is currently working as a casual researcher at Deakin University. Check the links below for scholarships in Australia. scholarships.unimelb.edu.au/awards/graduate-research-scholarships www.dfat.gov.au/people-to-people/australia-awards/Pages/australia-awards-scholarships unisa.edu.au/research/degrees?CMK-hdr&gclid=CjwKCAiA6aSABhApEiwA6Cbm_5BCi4VRYdvkQ0_fSgR7nBYAHTwN_wzedzAJtIesX1Ee-_nPf6HVJxoCleAQAvD_BwE​ Subscribe to Re-search life | Like and share to see more videos | ..................................... Video Content............................................. @​ - Teaser @​ - Intro @​ - Beginning of their PhD journeys @​ - Why Australia? @​ - Scholarships and living expenses @​ - Research focus @​ - Trending research areas @​ - Challenges faced @​ - Work-life balance @​ - Final thoughts

Really interesting and important !

@re-searchlife9292

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Pavithra 🙏🙏🙏

Interesting video

@re-searchlife9292

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😀

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I love that statement which “Life without challenges is kind of boring life” 👏

@re-searchlife9292

2 жыл бұрын

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Can you please do a Phd - International Business management.. In Australia

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@re-searchlife9292

3 жыл бұрын

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Hi, Is your thesis on supply chains under the PhD CRICOS Course code of Business (Management), or Engineering and related fields? I am looking for something similar to do.

@re-searchlife9292

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, Construction Management!

Hi, quick questions. Would you know if it would be possible to get a full scholarship for Master's by research students

@re-searchlife9292

2 жыл бұрын

I have no knowledge of this. Better to ask from the university(ies) that you like to start your degree or google search (it always helps). Good luck! 😊

Is it necessary to have publications to get selected? Without those do we have a chance?

@re-searchlife9292

3 жыл бұрын

It depends! But yes, having publications is an advantage most of the time.

Hi can u tell me how many hours can a phd student work? Normally they get an unlimited work hour visa right unlike normal students. I got an offer for a professional doctorate program, so i wanna know how i can continue to work while doing the studies. Pleas help

@re-searchlife9292

2 жыл бұрын

Hello. Thanks for the question. In HK, you can’t work unless you get a specail permission from the Immigration Director. In Australia, you can. Better to ask from your university or school. Usually they mention the conditions in the offer letter.

@anitaarora1876

Жыл бұрын

@@re-searchlife9292 please give reply of my question must

Hii mam I m studying final year of masters in social work. I want to do PHD in social work in any university of Australia. Can u suggest me best University and procedure to apply for scholarship and in which month forms will apply for scholarship.. and what will be the process of getting scholarship

@re-searchlife9292

Жыл бұрын

I am afraid I am not an expert in the area of social work! But try search on internet. Always look for uni/department ranking. The same procedure applies usually!

hello, am from Iraq and iam planning to study PhD in Sydney, can you recommend any consultant for me ?

@re-searchlife9292

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ali, I don't think they contacted any consultants! Usually we submit the application online and it is very easy and straightforward. Good luck!

I wish to know about phd in biotechnology in Australia ,its requirements.could you please reply me?

@re-searchlife9292

3 жыл бұрын

Hi. My expertise and experience are related to Built Environment. Therefore I am not capable of providing specific details. Yet, according to my understanding, the requirements discussed in the video would be applicable despite being different areas.

Hi. My daughter is doing pg in construction mgmnt in India frm IIT Madras. She desires a lot to pursue phd abroad.. Is it affordable for a middle class family lik ours to do it in Australia and whether she will get scholarship..

@re-searchlife9292

2 жыл бұрын

If she wins a full scholarship, yes it's affordable to live in Australia. You can check the eligibility criteria published in the official websites of universities. I think she can!

@re-searchlife9292

2 жыл бұрын

Check my video- how I got into HKU where I discussed the eligibility criteria. Whether it's Hong Kong or Australia, the eligibility is pretty much the same!

@sindhuts7028

Жыл бұрын

​@@re-searchlife9292 ❤thank u

@sindhuts7028

Жыл бұрын

​@@re-searchlife9292 ❤thanks dear

Daily how many hours on an average you work as a PhD student?

@re-searchlife9292

2 жыл бұрын

It depends on the supervisor, work load and personal preferance. Most I have seen is 9-6. That also changes when you have a deadline.

Mam can you share link of University which are taking admission in phd

@re-searchlife9292

2 жыл бұрын

Please check the description of this video.

@re-searchlife9292

2 жыл бұрын

Many universities have funding schemes and award scholarships for international students. You can check official websites of universities you like to join. In addition, government scholarships like HK fellowship schemes are there too.

Is GRE required for admission in PhD.

@re-searchlife9292

3 жыл бұрын

As far as I know, GRE is not required to apply for PhD in Australia. Check university websites for eligibility and requirements.

Hi. I have done Masters in Clinical psychology from India with 73% marks. But I don't have any research paper published or any research done. I really want to enrol in PhD from Australia but afraid enough for the process of getting admission there in PhD. Is it really necessary to have research papers done for applying there?

@re-searchlife9292

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, most of the time, yes. Having prior research experience would be an advantage in the selection process. But, you may have a chance based on your other qualifications. Each case would be different, so giving a generic idea would not be reasonable. If I were you, I’d contact a potential supervisor first and ask whether he/she would like to add me to his/her research team. Most of the time, supervisors know the selection criteria and they can really tell whether you have a chance or not. Good luck! P.S. You may need to check whether the Australian universities accept international students these days due to the pandemic situation.

@dpikashrma

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot. Could you please make an elaborated video on the process of application and process of PhD in Australia and scholarships also?

@re-searchlife9292

3 жыл бұрын

I did my PhD in Hong Kong and I am more farmiliar with the application process in HK. Yet, there are several similarities when the process is concerned. First thing would be finding a supervisor, develop a proposal (if necessary with him or by yourself-that too vary) and then, filling in the online application (most of the time). If you’re short-listed then you have to face an interview. Finally, the university let you know whether you’re selected or not.

@dpikashrma

3 жыл бұрын

@@re-searchlife9292 Noted. :) thanks a bunch. Will try my best now.

@re-searchlife9292

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! All the best!