Australia Awards Scholarships

Australia Awards Scholarships are long term development awards administered by AusAID.

They aim to contribute to the long term development needs of Australia's partner countries in line with bilateral and regional agreements.

They provide opportunities for people from developing countries to undertake full time undergraduate or postgraduate study at participating Australian universities and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutions.

The study and research opportunities provided by Australia Awards Scholarships develop skills and knowledge of individuals to drive change and contribute to the development outcomes of their own country.

Awards benefits

The Awards 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.

Award conditions

Applicants who want to accept an Australia Awards scholarship will need to sign a contract with the Commonwealth of Australia declaring that they will comply with the conditions of the scholarship.

Awardees are required to leave Australia for a minimum of two years after completing their scholarship. Failure to do so will result in the awardee incurring a debt for the total accrued cost of their scholarship.

Supplementary programs

Australia Awards Leadership Program

Up to 200 outstanding Australia Awards Scholarship recipients across the globe will be offered a place in the Australia Awards Leadership Program in addition to their scholarship.

The program brings awardees together in Australia for leadership training, development discussions and the chance to build valuable networks.

The Australia Awards Leadership Program is supplementary to the Australia Awards Scholarships.

http://www.ausaid.gov.au/australia-awards/pages/studyin.aspx

 

MUIS UAC Full Scholarships - Australia

Two tuition fee scholarships are available for Session 1, 2013 commencement for students applying through the University Admissions Centre (UAC). Students must meet all requirements as per the Macquarie University International Scholarship. The scholarship will cover the credit points required to complete a single degree.

Deadlines for UAC applicants

Students must submit the online MUIS application by 1 December 2012, and must also have applied for a course at Macquarie University through the University Admissions Centre (UAC).

Important: When completing the online MUIS application in "Step 1- Type of Scholarship" please select OTHER and type "UAC" in the space provided.

 

http://www.mq.edu.au/future_students/international/scholarships_and_awards/macquarie_university_international_scholarships/muis_uac_full_scholarships/

 

Macquarie University International Scholarship - Australia

Macquarie University International Scholarship (MUIS) is a Full Scholarship for Undergraduate and Postgraduate studies.

What does MUIS cover?

The MUIS is available across most courses* to cover a range of full international tuition fees for study on campus at North Ryde in an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree.

The MUIS Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarships do 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. This scholarship is not available to students studying at Macquarie City Campus or the Sydney Institute of Business & Technology (SIBT).

Annual renewal of the MUIS Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarship is subject to satisfactory performance in the Macquarie University degree program.

* MUIS full scholarships are not available for the following courses: Master of Business Administration, Master of Management, Master of Applied Finance, Master of Advanced Surgery, Master of Surgery, and Doctor of Physiotherapy.

Who can apply?

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 of admission for North Ryde by the application deadline).


• Have achieved a minimum GPA of 3.7 out of 4.0 for Postgraduate applications and minimum requirement of an ATAR equivalent 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 completed the same level or a higher level of study previously.


• 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.


• You are enrolled at Macquarie City Campus or SIBT.

Find more about applying through the University Admissions Centre (UAC)

Please note that due to an increase in the popularity of the MUIS the GPA requirements have increased to minimum 3.7 for Postgraduate and ATAR 92 for Undergraduate

How to Apply

1. Applicants must complete an online course application form. Online course application will enable you to select your course and upload scanned copies of the required documents.
   Once your course application has been processed, you will receive a Macquarie University Student Number which is compulsory to submit the online MUIS application form.


2. Applicants must complete anonline MUIS application form.


3. Applicants must indicate on the MUIS application form which scholarship they are applying for:
   
   
   
   • MUIS Undergraduate
   
   
   • MUIS Postgraduate
   
   
   
   

Please note that applicants can only receive one scholarship.

To apply for the MUIS Undergraduate and Postgraduate, applicants must nominate two referees to complete a Referee Report and applicants must also provide a 'Statement of Purpose' of approximately one page outlining their interest in the scholarship program and indicating how the academic qualification will benefit themselves and their community.

Source: http://www.mq.edu.au/future_students/international/scholarships_and_awards/macquarie_university_international_scholarships/full_scholarships/

 

Australia Awards Fellowships

Australia Awards Fellowships

Australia Awards Fellowships aim to develop leadership, address priority regional development issues, and build partnerships and links between Australian organisations and their partner organisations in developing countries in the Asia-Pacific region, Latin America, the Caribbean, Africa and the Middle East.

Australia Awards Fellowships engage with a wide cross-section of the Australian community on aid delivery issues and priorities for development. Through Australia Awards Fellowships, Australian organisations have the opportunity to build and strengthen links with organisations in developing countries by offering professional development opportunities in Australia.

The goal of Australia Awards Fellowships is to develop appropriately trained current and aspiring leaders in priority areas, who, in the short to medium term, will be in a position to advance key regional policy objectives and increase institutional capacity of partner countries. Australia Awards Fellowships are designed to complement individual bilateral country programs by offering flexible learning opportunities that address current and emerging needs at the country, sub-regional and regional levels.

Australia Awards Fellowships do not lead to academic qualifications. Instead, they are designed to provide short term opportunities for study, research and professional attachment programs in Australia, delivered by Australian organisations, to nominated fellows from eligible countries.

Through Australia Awards Fellowships, Australian organisations can apply for funding to support a range of professional development activities that will build expertise and leadership capacity in eligible countries.

Application process

An eligible application consists of the following:

1. A completed online application form submitted by the date specified. The form must include all mandatory attachments (listed below) and be checked and acknowledged at Page 21 by the appropriate Australian organisation office bearer with the authority to commit the organisation to the funding and proposed program.


2. Documents required to be attached to the online application form (you MUST use the following AusAID templates; templates are also accessible from within the online application form):

• A detailed and accurate budget based on the template provided (Excel template preferred): Fellowships budget template. The following documents may assist in developing your budget:
  
  
  
  • Sample budget
  
  
  • Budget tips
  
  
  
  


• A curriculum vitae (CV) for each nominated fellow, incorporating individual 'return to work plans', based on the template provided (Word template preferred): Fellowships CV template


• A letter of support from each overseas counterpart organisation, signed at a senior level (no template—if the letters of support are not attached, the application will automatically be deemed ineligible)

3. An unbound printed hard-copy of your application, including the online submission review page and copies of all supporting documents, should be received by AusAID at the address below by the date specified:
   

   
   Australia Awards Fellowships Secretariat
   AusAID
   GPO Box 887
   CANBERRA ACT 2601
   
   Street address for courier:
   255 London Circuit
   CANBERRA ACT 2601
   
    
   
   Source: http://www.ausaid.gov.au/australia-awards/pages/fellowships.aspx#submission
   
    

   
   

International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS)-University of Melbourne

International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS)

The International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (IPRS) is funded by the Australian Government and awarded to international students wishing to undertake graduate research degree studies at the University.

Number

Each year the University of Melbourne offers about 38 new IPRSs.

Benefits and conditions

IPRSs cover full tuition fees for each year of the course and the annual Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

Students awarded an IPRS by the University of Melbourne normally receive a APAInt as well which provides a living allowance, thesis allowance and other benefits.

The IPRS conditions include information about duration of awards, commencement requirements etc.

Eligibility criteria

To be considered for an IPRS, applicants need to apply for scholarship and candidature in a graduate research degree course (eg. masters by research, PhD or other research doctorate) at the University of Melbourne by the application closing date. Further information concerning the eligibility criteria can be found on in the Conditions Booklet.

Selection criteria

Selection will be based on the eligibility criteria and academic merit. Scholarship assessment guidelines, tips for applicants and other funding opportunities may be found on the Scholarships Resources webpage.

Application process

Please refer to the How to apply section of the Graduate Research Scholarships website.

Application outcome

Applicants will be advised via email as soon as an outcome to their scholarship application is determined.

Closing date and timelines

Applicants must submit their application for admission by 31 August.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application and all required documents well before the closing date.

For detailed selection timelines, please refer to the table of timelines section of the Graduate Research Scholarships website.

 

Source:http://services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/research/international/available/iprs