Flinders University invites applications for the Australian Government Research Training Program (AGRTP) Scholarship for International Students at Flinders University in 2023.
The Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarships (AGRTPS) (International) are specifically intended to support international students to undertake a Higher Degree by research at Flinders University. The AGRTPS includes an international tuition fee offset, a living stipend, and Overseas Health Care coverage.
A limited number (up to 5) of AGRTPS are available each year and the scholarship round is highly competitive. The AGRTPS is awarded to candidates who demonstrate outstanding aptitude for independent research. AGRTPS are considered on the basis of academic merit, academic research training, and research indicators and performance.
The scholarship is tenable for up to three years for a Research Doctorate degree and up to two years for a Research Master’s degree. Successful applicants are required to undertake full-time study and must be commencing a higher degree by research in Australia for the first time.
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- The AGRTPS pays a stipend at the standard rate set by the Australian Government of $28,854 pa tax free (2022 full-time rate). The AGRTPS also includes a Research Training Program place (RTP), which provides an off set for tuition fees for up to 4 years.
- An AGRTPS 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/are
- satisfy the university’s academic entry requirements for a Master’s degree by research or Doctorate by research.
- equired to have successfully completed a degree at least the equivalent/comparable to an Australian First Class Hons degree (this is a four-year degree with a major research project in the final year)
- have met the English proficiency levels set by Flinders University for international students at the time of application. Students for whom English is a foreign language will need to provide evidence of their English language competence.
- not hold an equivalent Higher Degree by research qualification. Applications are only open to students commencing a Higher Degree by research in Australia for the first time.
- not hold Australian citizenship, Australian permanent resident status, or New Zealand citizenship. Please see the attached conditions of award for full eligibility criteria.
How to Apply
All applications are to be made online via the official website.
Deadline: Applications close August 04, 2023, at 5 pm Australia, Adelaide local time.