About this scholarship

 

Funding for this Award has been provided by the John Anthony Deakin Endowment.

Eligibility

Scholarship type

Academic

Student type

Domestic, International

Study level

Postgraduate research (HDR)

  • Domestic or International
  • Prospective or continuing
  • Enrolled or enrolling in a program of study for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy at the Australian National University
  • Has been awarded a Bachelor degree with first class honours, or a Master degree with a research component, or equivalent from a recognised University

Ongoing eligibility

Continuation based on academic performance

How to apply

There is no application as students are automatically considered on their application for admission and meeting the eligibility criteria.

Key scholarship details

 

Application period

Open for applications

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Value

$39,069 per annum. (Full-time base rate 2026)

Number of scholarships awarded

3 on offer

Payments made fortnightly

Payments made for 3.5 years

Application requirement

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

Additional information

The scholarship offers a stipend paid fortnightly in arrears for up to 3.5 years with the potential for a further up to 6 month extension for eligible candidates.

The scholarship offers other benefits such as OSHC single policy cover, relocation allowance, thesis allowance and paid medical and parental leave.

Applicants will be recommended for a HDR Fee Remission Merit Scholarship for the standard program duration.

There is no application as students are automatically considered on their application for admission and meeting the eligibility criteria.

Use contact details to request an alternative file format.

Please contact hdr.cos@anu.edu.au for more information.

Contact us

HDR Governance Officer

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

hdr.cos@anu.edu.au