Call for Applications /// Digital Cultural Heritage for tangible and intangible elements, University of Queensland
- s-architecture
- Sep 15
- 4 min read
We are seeking applicants or a full-time PhD place with scholarship at UQ to work on the project:
Digital Cultural Heritage for tangible and intangible elements
With Assoc Prof Kelly Greenop and Prof John Macarthur
Closed 29th September
Find details at:
Project summary
Program
PhD
Location
St Lucia
Research area
Built environment and design, History, heritage and archaeology, Information and computing sciences
Project description
The iPAAST ARC Discovery Project builds on the existing Digital Archive of Queensland Architecture platform to incorporate 3D heritage data from diverse communities and develop best practice in enduring digital heritage methods and products.
We invite applications for a fully funded PhD scholarship as part of an Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Project ‘A Gamified 3D Cultural Heritage Platform for Archaeology and Architecture’ (i-PAAST) focused on tangible and intangible heritage elements in a regional Queensland city.
This research will integrate field data capture, architectural and 3D modelling, virtual and augmented reality, gamification, and digital heritage preservation to create an immersive and interactive reconstruction of historically significant sites.
The project will be supervised A/Prof. Kelly Greenop and Prof. John Macarthur and an external advisor from the broader project, as part of a larger ARC Discovery Project investigating the role of gamified digital heritage experiences in cultural research, preservation, and tourism. The successful applicant will receive specialised training in 3D laser scanning of historic sites.
Research environment
You will work within a multi-university ARC Discovery Project team to advance thinking on how digital heritage can be best created, shared and sustained over time. You will use 3D laser scanning equipment and modeling of heritage places (architectural and possibly landscapes or archaeological sites) to test best practice, and develop ways to share digital heritage interpretations of places. You will focus on a regional city in Queensland, and work with others to co-design a collection method for data, generate models and other digital assets (possibly interviews, mapping, and recreation ofnow-defunct locations).
Scholarship
This project is supported by the Research project scholarship.
This scholarship includes:
living stipend of $36,400 per annum tax free (2025 rate), indexed annually
tuition fees covered.
Learn more about the Research project scholarship.
Supervisor
Principal supervisor
Associate Professor Kelly Greenop
School of Architecture, Design and Planning
View Associate Professor Kelly Greenop's profile
Associate supervisor
Professor John Macarthur
School of Architecture, Design and Planning
View Professor John Macarthur's profile
Preferred educational background
Your application will be assessed on a competitive basis.
1. We take into account your:
previous academic record
publication record
honours and awards
employment history
2. A working knowledge of the following would be of benefit to someone working on this project:
Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Digital Humanities
Archaeology, Cultural Heritage, or Digital Heritage
Computer Science, Immersive Media, or Software Engineering (with experience in 3D modelling, game design, or VR/AR development)
Geospatial Science, Remote Sensing, or AI-driven Heritage Technologies
3. You will demonstrate academic achievement in the following field/s, and the potential for scholastic success:
Experience in data capture, 3D modelling, digital reconstruction, or GIS-based heritage visualisation
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary research environment
Ability to produce high-quality research outputs
4. A background or knowledge of the following is highly desirable:
Experience with Unity, Unreal Engine, or Blender
Interest in game design, procedural modelling, and interactive storytelling
Knowledge of heritage (including digital) conservation principles
How to apply
Before you apply
Before submitting an application you should:
check your eligibility for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
prepare your documentation
contact Associate Professor Kelly Greenop (k.greenop1@uq.edu.au) to discuss your interest and suitability
submit your application by 29 September, 2025 .
When you apply
You apply for this scholarship when you submit an application for your program. You don’t need to submit a separate scholarship application.
In your application ensure that under the ‘Scholarships and collaborative study’ section you select:
‘My higher degree is not collaborative’
‘I am applying for, or have been awarded a scholarship or sponsorship'
‘Other’, then ‘Research Project Scholarship’ and in the ‘Name of scholarship’ field enter iPAAST-GREENOP.
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