VU INSPIRED program

Victoria University is dedicated to undertaking research that makes a significant positive impact to business and society.

By connecting industry partners to Victoria University’s world leading research capabilities through the Industry Scholarship Partnering for Innovative Research Delivery (INSPIRED) program, we will work collaboratively to solve industry challenges, develop a culture of innovation and build an industry-ready workforce for the future. 

About the program

Students enrolled in the VU INSPIRED program undertake a research project that addresses real-world challenges identified by and of critical importance to the industry partner. 

During the project period, the student will be embedded on-site with the industry partner undertaking activities relevant to the research project. 

Throughout the VU INSPIRED program, the student is co-supervised by VU and the industry partner and the scholarship is either co-funded by both (PhD) or solely funded by the industry partner (Masters).

Information for prospective candidates

At Victoria University, we are committed to equipping our graduate research students with the relevant skills and experience to design and conduct research of which their findings are applicable to real world contexts. 

The INSPIRED program provides you with an opportunity to undertake research that is directly applicable in an industry setting, making a significant positive impact to the organisation and society. 

Information for external partners

Through partnering with Victoria University through our INSPIRED program, you can support a Higher Degree Research (HDR) student to undertake a sustained investigation on an industry-focused research question of mutual interest, and of critical importance to your organisation.