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Scholarships for postgraduate and higher degree by research students

University-wide postgraduate scholarships

Australian Postgraduate Awards
Awards are available for a period of 2 years for a master level research degree and 3 years for doctoral research degrees. This award offers a tax-free living allowance (indexed annually) and support for relocation and thesis production.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria: Applicants must have Australian citizenship or be permanent residents of Australia and plan to undertake their degree full time. Priority will be given to applicants:
  • who have completed an Honours degree or equivalent with a first class result, or completed a Masters by research
  • who have a record of refereed research publication
  • whose research aligns with one of the University’s research centres, groups, clusters or areas of concentration.
  • whose research proposal clearly demonstrates significance and innovation
Value: A$20,427 per annum tax free (2009 rate)
Closing date: Applications for 2010 are closed. Applications closed on 30 October 2009.
Application: Australian Postgraduate Award Application Form (Word 430KB)
Referree report: Referree report form (Word 122KB)
Enquiries: Contact the Office of Research for more information.

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Rotary Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies
These scholarships were established in 2001 by the Rotary Clubs of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia. Scholarships are awarded annually by the Deans to one postgraduate student in each University of the Sunshine Coast faculty. There are no application forms for these scholarships as awards are made on the Deans' nominations.
Eligibility: Postgraduate students who have completed their undergraduate degree at USC and have commenced master or doctoral level study at USC.
Value: A$2,500 each
Enquiries: Contact your Faculty Office for more information.

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Faculty scholarships and awards

Business masters programs
Candidates undertaking masters level programs within the Faculty of Business may apply for a scholarship to assist with the cost of their program.
Enquiries: Student scholarships for business masters programs

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Scholarships for international students

Faculty of Science, Health and Education International Higher Degree by Research Fee Scholarship
Awards are available for a period of 2 years for a master level research degree and 3 years for doctoral research degrees.
Eligibility: Higher degree by research applicants must satisfy the entry requirements for the proposed degree, including the English proficiency requirements, and must be a citizen of a country other than Australia and New Zealand.

Applicants must also meet international student visa requirements as specified by the Department of Immigration, including the requirement to purchase and maintain a standard overseas Student Health Cover policy approved by the Commonwealth Government Department of Health and Ageing.

Priority will be given to applicants:
  • who have completed an Honours degree or equivalent with a first class result, or completed a Masters by research
  • who have a record of refereed research publication
  • whose research aligns with one of the University’s research centres, groups, clusters or areas of concentration.
  • whose research proposal clearly demonstrates significance and innovation
Value: The annual course cost for the successful applicant's program. The successful applicant will be liable to pay the cost of a standard Overseas Student Health Cover policy.
Closing date: Friday, 19 March 2010.
Application: Applicants must first complete the Application for Admission to a Higher Degree by Research – International (Word 317KB).
Enquiries:

Please email researchtraining@usc.edu.au for more information.

Applicants should also visit the DIAC website for important information on studying in Australia.

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External postgraduate scholarships and bursaries

Australian Federation of University Women Scholarships
Enquiries: For information on the Australian Federation of University Women Scholarships, visit their website.

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CSIRO Postgraduate Scholarships
CSIRO offers full and top-up three year postgraduate scholarships to high quality students who are enrolled in a PhD at an Australian university. Top-up scholarships are available to those doctoral students who gain or expect to gain an Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) or equivalent university award. Full scholarships may also be available. CSIRO's National Research Flagship Program also offers full and top-up scholarships.
Eligibility: Recipients of postgraduate scholarships are generally required to be Australian citizens or have permanent residency status. However, in fields in which there is a national skill shortage, scholarships may be awarded to overseas candidates provided they are prepared to seek permanent residency during the studentship.
Enquiries: For more information on CSIRO postgraduate scholarships, or details on how to apply, visit the CSIRO postgraduate scholarships website.

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Fulbright Postgraduate Scholarships
Fulbright Postgraduate Scholarships are available to Australian citizens to engage in 8 – 12 months of research relevant to an Australian PhD; or undertake an approved course of study in an American higher degree or its equivalent. These scholarships are aimed at current PhD students, honours students, or honours graduates who are considering postgraduate study in the U.S.
Enquiries: Visit the Fulbright Commission website for more information.

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Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University Graduate School 2009 Full Scholarships
There will be full scholarship opportunities available for academically exceptional individuals to study at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University Graduate School for 2-year graduate programs starting in 2009. Please note that this is not an exchange program. It is a full graduate program to be carried out at the University. Important details of the scholarship program and how to apply are as follows:
Value: All university fees, an allowance for living expenses and airfare will be provided.
Semester: Fall (September) 2009
Application fee: 5,000 yen or US$49 (required)
Application: Applications for 2009 are now closed. Updates will be provided on applications for 2010 as they become available.
Enquiries: Full details and instructions for applicants are available from the Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University website.

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Research support for Indigenous students

Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS) Research Grants Program
AIATSIS is a national funding body for research in Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander studies.
Application: Applications for the next grant round are open and will close on 11 January 2010.
Enquiries: For information on the AIATSIS Research Grant Program, visit their website.

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Endeavour Research Fellowships for Indigenous Australians
The Endeavour Research Fellowships for Indigenous Australians provide financial support for Indigenous postgraduate students and postdoctoral fellows to undertake short-term research (4-6 months), in any field of study. The research must be undertaken in participating countries in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East.
Enquiries: For information on the Endeavour Research Fellowships for Indigenous Australians, visit their website.

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