About this scholarship

 

This is a stipend scholarship offered by ANU Colleges to Higher Degree by Research candidates. It is normal for recipients to undertake study on a full-time basis, however, in accordance with strict criteria, the scholarship can be awarded for part-time study for Domestic candidates only. International scholars must undertake study on a full-time basis.

Field of study

All

Duration

Payments made for 3.5 years

Eligibility

Scholarship type

Academic

Student type

Domestic, International

Study level

Postgraduate research (HDR)

Selection bases

Academic merit

These scholarships are available to potential and current students who:

  • are domestic or international students; and
  • have applied for admission to a PhD or Professional Doctorate by Research program; and
  • have a Bachelor degree with first-class honours (some Colleges may consider students with upper second-class honours), or a Master degree with a research component or equivalent from a recognised university.

Ongoing eligibility

Continuation based on academic performance

3 months extension (6 months extension for Indigenous candidates or those with an industry engagement of >60 FTE days)

How to apply

No application is required specifically for this scholarship as all eligible candidates will be considered. Applications must be complete, including all supporting documentation and referee reports, to be considered for scholarships.

Key scholarship details

 

Application period

Open for applications

Application period is open all year round.


Value

$ 40,475 per annum (Full-time base rate 2027)


Number of scholarships awarded

Payments made fortnightly


Application requirement

No application is required for this scholarship as all eligible candidates will be considered.

Additional information

  • Scholarship for 3.5 years
  • Travel and removal allowances for students relocating to Canberra to commence their research program
  • Thesis allowance
  • Dependant Child allowance (International students only)
  • Paid medical and parental leave

No application is required specifically for this scholarship as all eligible candidates will be considered. Applications must be complete, including all supporting documentation and referee reports, to be considered for scholarships.

Applicants are also strongly encouraged to make contact with the relevant HDR Convener or a prospective supervisor prior to lodging an application to discuss the proposed research topic and related matters.

Contact us

Graduate Research School

If you have any questions about this scholarship, reach out to our team.

grs@anu.edu.au

+61 2 6125 5777