Australia : John Allwright Fellowship for Developing Countries’ Students

John Allwright Fellowship is jointly funded by the (Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research) ACIAR and AusAID. The fellowship supported research projects in the field of agriculture to obtain postgraduate qualifications at Australian tertiary institutions. The fellowship is open to partner-country (ACIAR partner countries) scientists. Interested candidates must submit their applications by 31st July of the year prior to the study taking place.

Study Subject(s): Fellowship is offered for research in the field of agriculture.
Course Level : ACIAR-supported collaborative research projects to obtain postgraduate qualifications at Australian tertiary institutions.
Scholarship Provider : The fellowship is co-funded by (Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research) ACIAR and AusAID
Scholarship can be taken at : Australia

Eligibility: Although applications are welcome from project staff in both bilateral and multilateral (IARC) projects
-applicants must be citizens of a current ACIAR bilateral partner priority country. Currently, these are: Papua New Guinea and the Pacific Islands (Fiji, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu,  Tonga, Samoa, Kiribati); South East Asia (East Timor, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Philippines); South Asia (India, Bangladesh, Pakistan); Northern Asia (Western China) and the Republic of South Africa and other African countries with ACIAR projects
-Applicants must also be citizens of the country in which they are working. To be eligible for selection, a candidate must:
-at the time of applying, hold qualifications that would be assessed to be equivalent to at least an Australian bachelor’s degree in a discipline that is relevant to the proposed area of postgraduate study;
-be a scientist or economist from the developing country partner, who is actively involved in a collaborative research project supported by ACIAR at the time of application (in some cases, ACIAR will consider supporting researchers from “advanced pipeline” projects, i.e. in cases where a full project proposal has been approved by ACIAR);
-be jointly supported in the application by the Australian and partner country Project Leaders;
-obtain approval from both the employing institution and home government training authority who must agree to the absence of the candidate should he/she receive a Fellowship for the period involved in obtaining the postgraduate qualification; and
-demonstrate that he/she is employed on a permanent rather than short-term contract basis.

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: Although applications are welcome from project staff in both bilateral and multilateral (IARC) projects, applicants must be citizens of a current ACIAR bilateral partner priority country. Currently, these are: Papua New Guinea and the Pacific Islands (Fiji, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Tonga, Samoa, Kiribati), South East Asia (East Timor, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Philippines), South Asia (India, Bangladesh, Pakistan), Northern Asia (Western China) and the Republic of South Africa and other African countries with ACIAR projects.

Scholarship Description: The ACIAR Fellowships Scheme was introduced in 1986 to provide the opportunity for partner country scientists involved in ACIAR-supported collaborative research projects to obtain postgraduate qualifications at Australian tertiary institutions. ACIAR students are managed by ACIAR and co-funded by ACIAR and AusAID. AusAID assists ACIAR in providing some administrative services in particular partner countries. The primary aim of the Scheme is to enhance research capacity in ACIAR’s partner country institutions. Whilst individual awardees will benefit from the Scheme, it is important to emphasize that partner country institutions are the key targets. Australian project leaders should be aware that, under the eligibility criteria for the Fellowships Scheme, they (or a suitable alternative approved by ACIAR) will be responsible for monitoring the awardees’ academic progress for the duration of his/her study in Australia.

Duration of award(s): An offer of an award is only valid for the Australian academic year following the calendar year in which the offer is made.

What does it cover? An ACIAR Fellowship award usually covers the cost of return airfares, a contribution to living expenses, initial settling in allowance, the fees charged by the tertiary institutions (including an Introductory Academic Program) and miscellaneous course related costs.

Selection Criteria: The Fellow will be selected by the ACIAR Training Committee, according to the following selection criteria:
-The Fellowship is offered to 8-10 individuals annually. Unsuccessful applicants will automatically be reconsidered in the following selection round.
-The applicants must be associated with ACIAR bilateral projects that are either active or completed in the last 24 months.
-The Fellow can be associated with either a NARS or a CGIAR centre (if the applicant is involved in an ACIAR bilateral project), but must be a citizen of an ACIAR partner country.

Notification: All candidates (both successful and unsuccessful), their project leaders, ACIAR Research Program Managers and the post will be advised of the outcome of the selection process as soon as possible after the Training Committee has met, usually within 8 weeks.

How to Apply: Australian and partner country project leaders should jointly identify candidates and forward to ACIAR an application using the current John Allwright Fellowship application form endorsed by the employing organisation and government of the collaborating country. One electronic copy and one hard copy of the application form and all attached documentation must be submitted .post. One hard copy should also be sent to the ACIAR Office in the candidate’s home country if applying from the following countries: Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Philippines, India and Western China.

Scholarship Application Deadline: There is one call for nominations per year. Candidates must submit their applications by 31 July of the year prior to the study taking place. An offer of an award is only valid for the Australian academic year following the calendar year in which the offer is made.

Australia : International Water Leader Scholarships for International Students

Brief Description:

The IWC Water Leader Scholarships offer full and partial tuition scholarships for Australian citizens, permanent residents and international applicants for the Master of Integrated Water Management program.

Host Institution(s):

University of Queensland, Griffith University, Monash University, The University of Western Australia

Field of study:

Masters in Integrated Water Management

No. of  Scholarships:

Not specified

Target group:

International Students and Australian Citizens

Scholarship coverage/inclusion:

International scholarships cover full tuition costs of the three-semester full-time Masters program, as well as overseas student health cover for the duration of the program. However, it will be the responsibility of successful applicants to cover the following costs:  travel, accommodation allowance, living stipend, and field work or course material costs.

Eligibility:

• • A completed undergraduate degree in a related field of study from an internationally-recognized institution.
• • Demonstrated English language proficiency
• • Two years practical experience in a related field is preferred but not required
• • International applicants are eligible and encouraged to apply. Successful international applicants must meet visa requirements of the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship.

Application instructions:

International students can apply for the MIWM program and the Water Leader Scholarship electronically or by mail. Applications must be received by IWC by 1 August 2012. It is important to visit the official website to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website  http://www.watercentre.org/education/programs/scholarships/iwc-scholarships

Deadline: 1 August (annual)

Next course starts Feb 2013

USA,Europe,Australia : UN-Nippon Fellowship Programme in Ocean Affairs for Coastal Developing Countries

Brief description:

The UN-Nippon Fellowship Programme is funded by The Nippon Foundation of Japan and implemented by the Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea (DAOLOS), with the assistance of the Training and Fellowships Section of the United Nations Division for Economic and Social Affairs.

The main objective of the fellowship is to provide opportunities for advanced education and training in the field of ocean affairs and the law of the sea, and related disciplines including marine science, to Government officials and other mid-level professionals from developing coastal States, so that they may obtain the necessary knowledge to assist their countries to formulate comprehensive ocean policy and to implement the legal regime set out in UNCLOS and related instruments.

Host Institution(s):

Selected Fellows are to carry out specialized research and studies for a 6 month period at one of over 35 host universities or research institutions  in about 16 countries including Australia, France, Barbados, Brazil, USA, Spain, Canada, Ireland, Turkey, Belgium, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, Spain, UK, Chile, The Netherlands, and Greece. See the list of host institutions here.

After which, selected Fellows are to carry out their training for a period of 3 months at the Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea, Office of Legal Affairs, United Nations Secretariat (New York, U.S.A.) or at one of the following institutions:

• • • Fisheries Department, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (Rome, Italy)
  • • International Labour Organization (Geneva, Switzerland)
  • • International Maritime Organization (London, U.K.)
  • • International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (Hamburg, Germany)
  • • United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP office to be confirmed according to Fellow’s research topic)

Field of studies:

Ocean affairs and the law of the sea, and related disciplines including marine science.

Number of Awards:

Each year, the UN-Nippon Selection Committee will review applications and award Fellowships to 10 successful candidates.

Target group:

Government officials and other mid-level professionals from developing coastal countries.  Previous fellows were from South America (Columbia, Peru, Chile, Brazil, etc.) ; Africa (Ghana, Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, etc.); South Asia (Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, etc.); and Southeast Asia and Pacific (Philippines, Indonesia, Solomon Islands, etc.).

Scholarship value/inclusions:

Successful candidates will be provided with the opportunity to develop a research/study theme of direct relevance to their nation and/or region with respect to ocean affairs and the law of the sea, including in the marine sciences.

The 9-month Fellowship Programme is composed of two consecutive phases which provide Fellows with advanced and customized research and training opportunities in their chose fields:

Phase One: 6-month Advanced Academic Research and Study – undertaken at one of the prestigious participating Host Institutions and under the guidance of subject matter expert(s) who have recognized in-depth expertise in the Fellows’ chosen field of study.

Phase Two: 3-month Research and Training – normally undertaken at DOALOS at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.

Eligibility:

Candidates must:

• You must be between ages 25 and 40;

• You must have successfully completed a first university degree, and demonstrate a capacity to undertake independent advanced academic research and study;

• You must be a mid-level administrator from a national government organ of a developing coastal State, or another government related agency in such a State, which deals directly with ocean affairs issues, and your professional position must allow you to directly assist your nation in the formulation and/or implementation of policy in this area. This includes marine sciences and the science-policy linkage. Your “Nomination and Recommendation Form” should be completed by a Government official who can attest to the nature of your work with respect to the Government’s ocean affairs and law of the sea related activities, and indicate how an Award would directly contribute to these activities; and

•  Your proposed research and study programme must contribute directly to your nation’s formulation and/or implementation of ocean affairs and law of the sea policies and programmes.

Application instructions:

Application instructions (including the forms) are available from the Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea, or online at the official website (see link below).  Complete applications must be received by DOALOS not later than 15 September annually.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website: http://www.un.org/depts/los/nippon

Deadline: 15 Sept 2012 (annual)

        Next program starts 2013

Australia : The University of Western Australia Scholarships for International Students

Brief description:

Applications are invited from suitably qualified international students for scholarships to undertake the degree of Master by Research or Doctor of Philosophy at The University of Western Australia.

The International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS) are funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research (DIISR) and the Scholarships for International Research Fees (SIRF) are funded by The University of Western Australia.

Host Institution:

University of Western Australia

Field(s) of study:

Any Masters or PhD degree by research offered by the University of Western Australia. It is essential that you contact the individual School or Centre in which you are interested in undertaking research. The School must be able to confirm that your proposed research topic is in an area of research strength which is well supported by external research funding. They must also be able to provide appropriate expertise and supervision for your project.

See the list of Faculties, Schools and Centres or see the Graduate Research Coordinators. You must have agreement from a prospective supervisor in the School or Centre in which you intend to enroll at the time you submit your online scholarship application.

Number of Scholarships:

Not specified.

Target group:

The scholarship is intended for international students who would like to pursue a Masters Degree by Research or Doctoral (PhD) Degree at The University of Western Australia.

Scholarship value/inclusions:

Tuition Fee Scholarship, Fortnightly Stipend and Health Insurance worth $27228 per annum is covered by the IPRS Scholarships. A SIRF scholarship covers the cost of international tuition fees, and required health insurance premiums for the awardee only

Eligibility:

IPRS and SIRF Scholarships will only be available to those applicants who:

• Have completed a four year undergraduate degree at first-class honours level or equivalent. An applicant may be disadvantaged if the Scholarships Committee cannot make a comparison with The University of Western Australia’s standards, particularly in relation to the class of Honours achieved, ie first or second class Honours;

• Intend to enroll as a full-time candidate for a Master’s degree by research or a PhD degree;

• Will be commencing their course in the semester following the scholarship round in which they have successfully applied;

• Provide evidence of achieving English language proficiency to the following standards:

•  IELTS SCORE OF 6.5, with speaking and listening no less than 6.0 and with reading and writing no less than 6.5;

•  Paper-based TOEFL score of 580 or above (Computer-based TOEFL test is not acceptable) with a Test of Spoken English score of 45 and a TWE (Test of Written English) of 4.5;

• iBT TOEFL internet-based test score of 95 with 22 for reading and listening, 24 for speaking and 23 for writing;

•  Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C grade;

•  Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B grade;

•  UWA CELT Bridging Program – ‘B+’ grade or above

All English test results must normally have been obtained within the last two years.

The following applicants will be ineligible for a scholarship under the SIRF scheme:

• International applicants who have already obtained a PhD degree or equivalent.

• International applicants who have already obtained a Master’s degree by research and are applying to undertake another Master’s degree by research.

•  International applicants are not eligible for an IPRS awards if they have already commenced the degree for which they are seeking an award, unless they can establish that they were unable to apply for an award in the previous calendar year. Students who have already enrolled are eligible for the SIRF awards.

• International applicants who have not provided evidence of their English language proficiency meeting or exceeding the standards listed above and in the application form.

• Australian and New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.

Important Note: There is no age restriction.

Application instructions:

When you apply for an IPRS, you are automatically considered for the award of a SIRF scholarship. You do not apply for a Masters by Research or Phd study place or candidature separately as this is included in your scholarship application.   If you applied for, or did so previously, a full-fee place to the UWA International Centre, you must advise the Graduate Research and Scholarships Office.

All applicants need to apply through the online iATHENA scholarship system. If you require instructions or help regarding the online application process, please refer to the iAthena Online Application Guide. You will find a link to the online application form in this Guide. There are no scholarship application fees.

The  deadline of applications is 31 August 2012. It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.scholarships.uwa.edu.au/future-students/postgrad/international

Deadline: 31 August 2012 (annual)

Course starts July 2013

Australia : Flinders University Scholarships for International Students

Brief description:

Flinders International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (FIPRS) are awarded to  suitably qualified applicants to pursue a full-time research higher degree at Flinders University - up to three years for a Research Doctorate degree and up to two years for a Research Masters degree.

Host Institution(s):

Flinders University, Australia

Field(s) of study:

Any field of research

Target group:

Citizens of any country except Australia or New Zealand

Scholarship value/inclusions:

The FIPRS pays the international student tuition fees charged by Flinders University for a research higher degree.

In addition, Flinders University provides the recipient with a generous living allowance paid at the rate of $23,728 per annum (2012 rate). It is tax exempt and indexed annually.

An FIPRS student who moves to Adelaide from overseas is eligible for an establishment allowance (after arrival at Flinders) of up to $1,485 to assist with relocation costs and airfares, provided receipts can be produced by the student.

Eligibility:

Applicants must be a citizen of any overseas country, except New Zealand, and, satisfy the University’s academic entry requirements for a Masters degree by research or Doctorate by research, including the English proficiency levels set by Flinders University for international students.

Students for whom English is a foreign language will need to provide evidence of their English language competence. Applicants must not hold an equivalent research higher degree qualification.  Applications are normally only open to students commencing a research higher degree in Australia for the first time.

Please see the conditions of award for full eligibility criteria.

Application instructions:

The closing date for applications is 31 August 2012. It is important to read the Application Guidelines and visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website: http://www.flinders.edu.au/scholarships-system/main-display-scholarship-details.cfm?scholarship_id=5332

Deadline: 31 Aug 2012 (annual)

Course starts Jan-March 2013

Australia : La Trobe Academic Excellence Scholarships for International Students

Brief description:

La Trobe’s Academic Excellence Scholarships (AES) are targeted towards high achieving international students from all countries across all of La Trobe’s undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs.

Host Institution(s):

La Trobe University, Australia

Field(s) of study:

Any full-time undergraduate or postgraduate coursework offered by the University

Number of Scholarships:

Not specified

Target group:

International student from any country except New Zealand

Scholarship value/inclusions:

The scholarships are non-renewable tuition fee awards of A$10,000-$20,000 paid across a maximum period of two semesters (or twelve months). Recipients of the scholarship would be required to pay for any difference in fees for their first two semesters, fees for the remainder of their course and also Overseas Student Health Cover. These scholarships are not renewable and do not cover living costs.

Continuation of the scholarship into a second semester (where relevant) is subject to satisfactory progress and continued enrolment in the program of study for which the scholarship was awarded. Maintaining a C grade average is required, and satisfactory progress will be monitored.

Eligibility:

You are eligible if you:

•  are a citizen of countries other than Australia or New Zealand

• are a commencing international student wanting to undertake undergraduate and postgraduate coursework, full degrees at La Trobe in 2013

•  have scored a minimum of 80 per cent or equivalent in their previous degree/award

•  meet or will meet the University’s academic and English entry requirements at the commencement date of your course (and have received an offer at the time of applying for this scholarship).

Application instructions:

You can only apply for this scholarship if you have an offer to study in a degree program commencing in 2013 at La Trobe University.    Applicants must complete a scholarship application form and submit it to La Trobe International by the application deadline.  There are two closing dates – Round 1 closes on 14 December 2012 and Round 2 closes on 25 January 2013.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.latrobe.edu.au/international/fees/scholarships/coursework

Deadline: 14 Dec 12/25 Jan 13

Course starts September 2013

Australia :MUIS Tuition Fee Scholarships in Australia for International Students

Brief description:

Macquarie University International Scholarships (MUIS) are available across most courses to cover international tuition fees for study in an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree at the University.

Host Institution(s):

Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia

Field of study:

Available across most courses except Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Applied Finance (MAF), Master of Advanced Surgery and Master of Surgery.

Number of Awards:

Not specified

Target group:

International students who wish to pursue undergraduate/postgraduate coursework at Macquarie University.

Scholarship value/inclusions:

MUIS covers international tuition fees for study on campus in an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree.  The scholarship provides course fees for the minimum course duration.

The scholarship does NOT provide financial support in the form of a living allowance, nor does it provide for the cost of visa application, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), airfares, accommodation, conferences or other costs associated with study.

Eligibility:

Applicants must:

•  Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
•  Have met the University’s academic and English requirements for the course to be considered for a scholarship (must hold a FULL OFFER by the application deadline).
•  Have achieved a minimum GPA of 3.7 (out of 4.0) for Postgraduate applications and minimum requirement of 92 (out of 100) for Undergraduate applications.

You are not eligible if:

•  You are a citizen of Australia or New Zealand, or hold permanent residency of Australia.
•  You are currently enrolled at Macquarie University for a program which is equivalent in level.
•  You have undertaken the same level or a higher level of study previously.
•  You are currently enrolled in the program that you apply the MUIS for.
•  You are in receipt of another equivalent or major award or scholarship.
•  You are a Study Abroad or an Exchange student coming to Macquarie University.

Application instructions:

Applicants must hold a FULL OFFER for the course by the MUIS deadline to be considered for the scholarship. Applicants must complete a course application form plus a scholarship application form online.

Applications for September 2013 intake must be submitted by 30 April 2013 while applicants must also submit their course application form by 1 April 2013.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application forms and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Deadline: 30 Apr/31 Oct (annual)

Next course starts September 2013

Australia : Curtin International Postgraduate Research Scholarships

Brief description:

The Curtin International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (CIPRS) is available to any international student wishing to commence a Higher Degree by Research at Curtin for the first time in 2013.

This scholarship is awarded to students to attract top quality international postgraduate students to areas of research strength in the Australian higher education sector and support Australia’s research effect.

Host Institution(s):

Curtin University, Australia

Field(s) of study:

Research courses under the following faculties:

•  Humanities
•  Science & Engineering
•  Aboriginal Studies
•  Health Sciences
•  Business

See the list of research courses at Curtin University that is covered by this scholarship.

Number of Scholarships:

30 per year

Target group:

The award is open to citizens of an overseas country (excluding New Zealand).

Scholarship value/inclusions:

The CIPRS provides:

•  Course tuition fee for two years for a Master’s (by Research) and a maximum of three and a half years for a Doctoral degree; and

•  Stipend from either Faculty/government project or external organisation funding equivalent to the amount of an APA award.

Eligibility:

Scholarships will be awarded on academic merit and research capacity to suitably qualified overseas graduates eligible to commence a higher degree by research in 2013.  Recipients of this award are usually nominated by the Faculty.

Application instructions:

Please refer to the Guidelines for Higher Degree by Research Candidates for information on admissions and scholarship requirements.  Applications are accepted at any time. Only admitted students are eligible for the scholarship.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Deadline: Rolling (annual),Course starts 2013

Australia : Sydney Achievers International Scholarships

Brief description:

The Sydney Achievers International Scholarships provides new international students who wants to study in University of Sydney in Australia.  These prestigious scholarships are aimed at attracting high achieving, academically meritorious, international students to enjoy the ‘Sydney experience’ at one of the finest institutions of higher education in the world.

Host Institution:

University of Sydney, Australia

Field(s) of study:

Any undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program offered at the University

Number of Scholarships:

Up to 100 of these prestigious Scholarships will be offered in 2013 to high achieving, academically meritorious, international students.

Target group:

The scholarships are for international students from any country.

Scholarship value/inclusions:

For the undergraduate scholarships, each scholarship has a value of AUD$10,000 per annum, available for a maximum of three years, (total value AUD$30,000) for any Undergraduate program offered at the University of Sydney (subject to the recipient maintaining satisfactory academic progress each year).

For the postgraduate scholarships, each  scholarship has a value of AUD$10,000 each, available as a one-off award (AUD$10,000 each per annum, (ie, $15,000 in total for a 1.5 year program, $20,000 in total for a 2 year program) for any Postgraduate Coursework program offered at the University of Sydney.

Living allowance is NOT included in the scholarships.

Eligibility:

Undergraduate Scholarships

Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification or an international senior secondary qualification accepted by the University with an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 98* or equivalent.

Students who have already commenced tertiary studies, or students transferring with credit exemptions and/or advanced standing are not eligible. Students completing Foundation Studies Programs are also not eligible.

* For further information on equivalents to Australian Year 12 qualifications and a table showing standard academic requirements for some of these examinations relative to ATAR scores see: http://sydney.edu.au/future_students/international_undergraduate/admissions/entry_requirements

Postgraduate Scholarships

Applicants must have completed the equivalent of an Australian Bachelor degree qualification with a minimum high distinction average as based on the Australian grading system. Students who have already commenced postgraduate studies, or students transferring from other postgraduate programs are not eligible.

Application instructions:

Only applicants with unconditional offers of admission will be considered. No separate application for a scholarship is necessary. An application for admission to the University of Sydney in 2013 will constitute an application for a scholarship. All applications meeting the selection and eligibility criteria will be automatically considered.

The deadline for receipt of applications and complete supporting documentation (academic and English language proficiency results) is 15  January 2013 (for Semester 1, 2013) and 30 June 2013 (for Semester 2, 2013). Applications received after these deadlines will not be considered.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Deadline: 15 Jan/30 June 2013

Australia : PhD Scholarships at University of Technology Sydney

University of Technology Sydney offers Doctoral Scholarship in Molecular biology, bioinformatics, plant-stress physiology and climate change in Australia. The applicants should have first class honors (or Masters Degree) in plant molecular biology or any other relevant discipline. The students of Australia and New Zealand will be given preference. The scholarship covers full scholarship and research allowances for three years. Send complete application electronically.

Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided in Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Plant-stress Physiology and Climate Change. Course Level: This scholarship is for pursuing PhD level. Scholarship Provider: University of Technology Sydney Scholarship can be taken at: Australia

Eligibility: Applicants should have first class honours (or Masters Degree) in plant molecular biology or any other relevant discipline. Australian and New Zealand applicants will be preferred; other applicants will need to be competitive for an international postgraduate research scholarship at UTS which covers tuition fees for 3 years. This usually means having a Masters degree (or equivalent) with several publications.

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The students of Australia and New Zealand can apply for this scholarship,other applicants will need to be competitive for an international postgraduate research scholarship at UTS.

Scholarship Description: The Aquatic Processes Group is a dynamic multi-disciplinary research team within the UTS Plant Functional Biology and Climate Change Cluster (C3). Members include plant physiologists, molecular biologists, biochemists, microbial ecologists, photosynthetic and cellular energetic modellers, oceanographers, bioinformaticians, optical physicists as well as a range of high profile international collaborators. They are seeking a PhD candidate to join their research group.

Number of awards offered: Not Known

Duration of award(s): Scholarship is offered for 3 years.

What does it cover? The successful candidate will be eligible for full funding through a full scholarship ($24,653AUD p.a.) plus a highly prestigious CSIRO top-up scholarship ($7,000AUD p.a.), and a generous research allowance.

Selection Criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: Applications are to be sent electronically.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application closing date is 24th February 2013.

Australia : Previous Scholarship | Next Scholarship 2013 Wagga Wagga City Council Undergraduate Scholarship in Australia

The Wagga Wagga City Council offers scholarship for pursuing undergraduate degree level in Australia. This scholarship aims to encourage and support students who reside within the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area to undertake tertiary studies. Both on-campus and distance education students are eligible. Scholarship is offered for one off payment. Students must have lived within the boundaries of the city of Wagga Wagga for at least five (5) years. Total offer is of  $5000. The application deadline is 10th February 2013.
Study Subject(s): Scholarship is offered for the courses offered by the university.
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing undergraduate degree level. Scholarship Provider: The Wagga Wagga City Council Scholarship can be taken at: Australia
Eligibility: -Any Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident who has applied for admission to Charles Sturt University or who is enrolled in a course at the University can apply.  Both on-campus and distance education students are eligible.
-International students can apply for a Charles Sturt Foundation scholarship if they are classified as an international student in Australia, have a full unconditional offer from CSU to study in Australia or are a continuing enrolled full time international student at a CSU campus (the exception may be a scholarship involving work placement, in which case the requirement to be an Australian Citizen for the purposes of work will be included in the criteria)
Scholarship Open for International Students: International students can apply for a Charles Sturt Foundation scholarship if they are classified as an international student in Australia, have a full unconditional offer from CSU to study in Australia or are a continuing enrolled full time international student at a CSU campus.
Scholarship Description: The Wagga Wagga City Council Scholarship was established ten years ago and is one of the first Govenors of the Riverina Foundation. This scholarship aims to encourage and support students who reside within the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area to undertake tertiary studies.
Number of award(s): Not Known
Duration of award(s): Scholarship is offered for one off payment.
What does it cover? Total offer is of  $5000.
Other Benefits: Not Known
Selection criteria: Not Known
Notification:  Not Known
How to Apply: The mode of applying is online.Procedure of Applying
Step 1
-Read the criteria carefully for each scholarship you wish to apply for to ensure that you are eligible
Step 2
Before you begin, you must prepare answers to these questions:
-3 examples which demonstrate your capacity for Leadership (within your School/College/TAFE/University, community or workplace)
-3 examples which demonstrate the difference you have made to your community (through sport, the arts or volunteering)
-a personal statement about your story so far, e.g. what experiences have led you to tertiary study and why you deserve this scholarship? (250 words or less)
-a statement outlining what receiving a scholarship would mean to you? (250 words or less)
Step 3
Before you begin, you must have copies* of:
-a copy of your resume -if you left school within the last two years:
-a copy of your ATAR results
OR
-an International equivalent in place of ATAR
if a continuing student:
-check your GPA
-If your selection criteria involves Local Government Areas
- electricity bill
- phone bill
- rates notice
- school record
* Copies will need to be attached to your online application and provided in PDF, DOC or JPG format.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 10th February 2013.

Australia Awards Scholarships

Brief description

Australia Awards Scholarships, formerly known as Australian Development Scholarships (ADS), are scholarships for international students who wants to study in Australian Universities. Scholarship holders are required to return to their country of citizenship for two years after they have completed their studies to contribute to the development of their country.

Australian Development Scholarships are available for vocational education and training courses, undergraduate degrees, postgraduate degrees, and PhD degrees at participating Australian universities and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutions.

Host Institution(s):

Participating Australian higher education institutions and technical colleges

Fields of study:

Study programs must relate to your country’s priority areas for development.  These are listed on the participating country profiles.

Number of Scholarships:

Up to 1000 Australian Development Scholarships are awarded each year across 31 countries with scholarships awarded equally between men and women.

The number of scholarships and fields of study are determined annually by each ADS participating country and in accordance with the Australian Government’s bilateral development assistance program. Some countries may limit the level of study (technical, undergraduate or postgraduate) and give priority to certain fields of study to better meet development needs and Australia’s specific aid objectives for each country.

Target group:

You are only eligible for ADS if you are a citizen of one of the countries listed below:

Asia

Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Indonesia, India, Laos, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam

Pacific

Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, French Pacific Collectivities (New Caledonia, French Polynesia, and Wallis and Futuna), Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue and Tokelau, Papua New Guinea, Republic of Palau, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu

Africa

Angola, Algeria, Botswana, Burundi, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Egypt, Ethiopia, The Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia

Middle East

Iraq, Palestinian Territories

Caribbean Countries

Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago

Latin America

Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Scholarship value/inclusions:

ADS are offered for the minimum period necessary for the individual to complete the academic program specified by the Australian higher education institution, including any preparatory training. The following benefits generally apply:

•  Full tuition fees

•  Return air travel—payment of a single return, economy class airfare to and from Australia, via the most direct route

•  Establishment allowance—a once only payment of A$5,000 as a contribution towards as accommodation expenses, text books, study materials

• Contribution to Living Expenses (CLE) is a fortnightly contribution to basic living expenses paid at a rate determined by AusAID. From 1 January 2013, CLE payable to Scholars studying under an ADS is A$30,000 per year.

•  Introductory Academic Program (IAP)—a compulsory 4-6 week program prior to the commencement of formal academic studies covering information on life and study in Australia.

•  Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the award (for award holder only)—provided to cover the student’s basic medical costs (with the exception of pre existing conditions).

•  Pre-course English (PCE) fees—if deemed necessary PCE may be available for students for in-country and/or in-Australia training.

•  Supplementary Academic Support may be available to ensure a Scholar’s academic success or enhance their academic experience.

•  Fieldwork (for research students only)—may be available for eligible research students for one return economy class airfare via the most direct route to their country of citizenship or within Australia.

Eligibility:

To be eligible to receive a Scholarship, applicants must:

a. be a minimum of 18 years of age at the time of commencing the Scholarship

b. be a citizen of a participating country (as listed on AusAID’s Scholarship website) and be residing in and applying for the Scholarship from their country of citizenship

c. not be married or engaged to or be a de facto of a person who holds, or is eligible to hold, Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency, at any of the application, selection or mobilisation phases or while on-scholarship in Australia

Note: Residents of Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau with New Zealand citizenship are eligible but must apply for an AusAID 576 student visa.

d. not be current serving military personnel

e. not be applying for another long-term AusAID scholarship unless they have returned to their home country and resided there* for twice the length of the total time that they were in Australia (for example, a previous Scholar who has been on AusAID scholarship/s in Australia for four years will not be eligible to apply for another AusAID scholarship until they have been home for eight years)

f. not hold or have held an Australian Government-funded scholarship (e.g. Endeavour Award) in the preceding two years, at the time of application

g. satisfy any specific criteria established by the applicant’s country and/or government of citizenship

h. be able to satisfy the admission requirements of the institution at which the Scholarship is to be undertaken (this may mean that Post will need to withdraw a Scholarship offer if the recipient cannot satisfy the institution’s admission requirements. This may not be known until Post requests a placement at selected institutions)

i. be able to satisfy all requirements of the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) for an AusAID Student Visa 576 (this may mean that Post will need to withdraw a Scholarship offer if the recipient cannot satisfy the visa requirements)

Application instructions:

Most applications will open on 1 February 2013. Check the open and close dates for your country, and select your country of citizenship/residency from the list of participating countries for specific information on eligibility, priority areas and how to apply.

If you intend to apply, you must read the Scholarships handbook.  Some countries encourage and allow you to apply online while others require hard-copy applications. See your country page for specific information for your country.

There is usually one annual selection round in each country. Each Country Program has different timelines but deadline falls around March-April annually.

It is important to read the how to apply page and visit the  country specific pages, and the official website (link found below) for detailed and updated information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Contact information:

Enquiries about ADS should be made with the Australian Diplomatic Mission in your country of citizenship. Contact details are found at this page.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website:  http://www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar/pages/studyin.aspx

Related Scholarships: Australia Scholarships for International Students; List of Australia Scholarships

Deadline: 30 April 2013
Study in:  Australia
Course starts Sept 2013