Question 1

What are the essential qualifications for this PhD position?

Accepted Answer

Essential requirements include a Master of Laws , Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws with Honours , excellent legal analysis and writing skills , strong interpersonal communication and teamwork ability, and experience with a substantial research project (e.g., thesis). Desirable: publications, funding capacity, prior international law studies. See academic CV tips .

Question 2

What is the research focus of this PhD project?

Accepted Answer

The project examines how private and public international law shapes, constrains, and responds to online disinformation . Key areas: sovereignty , jurisdiction , Australian private international law (with possible EU comparisons). Reform-oriented, proposing law changes for gaps identified.

Question 3

What benefits and funding are available?

Accepted Answer

Tuition fee waiver via RTP for eligible domestic students (partial for international). Option to apply for Living Stipend Scholarship ($34,315 AUD p.a.). Potential employment as research assistant/tutor and internships . Check research role advice .

Question 4

How do I apply for this PhD opportunity?

Accepted Answer

Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) via Bond's application portal by 27 February 2026. Include: position title, 2-page research interest statement, 1-page selection criteria response, CV with referees, transcripts , writing sample (e.g., thesis). Enquiries: LawResearch@bond.edu.au. Prepare with research tips .

Question 5

Who will supervise this PhD and what are location requirements?

Accepted Answer

Supervised by Professor Dan Svantesson ( profile ) and Dr Kana Nakano ( profile ). Must be full-time at Gold Coast campus and meet Bond's PhD entry requirements ( details ).

Bond University

Gold Coast QLD, Australia

"PhD Student Call for Expressions of Interest - International Law and Online Disinformation"

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