About this scholarship
This scholarship is offered by the ANU College of Science. The purpose of this scholarship is to attract Australian and New Zealand students of high calibre to pursue PhD research in Biological Science.
SUMMARY
VALUE
$ 39,069
per annum
AUD 39,069 per annum (Full-time base rate 2026)
Payments made fortnightly
Payments made for 3.5 years
Student types
Domestic, ProspectiveStudent levels
Postgraduate researchSelection bases
Academic meritOngoing eligibility
Continuation based on academic performance
Field of study
Eligibility
- Bachelor degree with first class honours, or a research Master degree from a recognised university;
- Australian and New Zealand Citizen; Permanent resident of Australia.
Eligible Programs
PhD, Professional Doctorate by Research
Additional information
- Travel to Canberra from within Australia;
- Reimbursement of some removal expenses;
- Thesis reimbursement allowance;
- Paid medical, maternity and paternity leave.
No separate application is required as applicants are selected from students nominated for a Research Training Program scholarship or University Research Scholarship.
- Conditions of Award 2011 - 2014 (PDF, 44.91 KB)
- Conditions of Award 2015 - 2018 (PDF, 87.53 KB)
- Conditions of Award - Woodroofe PhD Scholarship (PDF, 226.76 KB)
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It is strongly encouraged to make contact with the relevant Graduate Studies Convener or a prospective supervisor, prior to lodging an application for admission, to discuss the proposed research topic and related matters.







